ISPCA's plea to combat animal cruelty in Cork

The ISPCA has renewed its appeal to the people of Cork for urgent assistance in the continuing crisis currently facing animals. The charity reports that it continues to witness a high number of complaints lodged with the organisation in regard to animal welfare cases.

In Cork alone, 239 calls have been made to the ISPCA between January and May of this year.

The sharp increase in animal cruelty and the abandonment of pets has meant that funds to care for and house the number of animals are urgently needed, says the charity.

Dr Cyril Sullivan, CEO of the ISPCA praised the generosity of the Irish people but explained that more donations are still needed to respond to the crisis. “We want to thank all those who contributed so far, it has made a big difference.

“The Irish public has donated over €100,000 so far in a true display of their care for animals,” he said.

“However, every animal matters and we still have a need to raise as much again to meet this crisis. We can do this; we can overcome this crisis and change the lives of these animals. To do that we need that support now,” he continued.

The post-pandemic surge in cases has placed a significant financial burden and demand for space on the charity.

The ISPCA says that it remains committed to helping every animal in need and has not turned away any distressed or neglected animal needing rescue.

To accommodate the growing number of animals rescued, the ISPCA’s facilities are at full capacity and has been forced to install temporary facilities and utilise private kennels, leading to substantial, unforeseen costs.