Arrivals at Scottish SPCA rescue centres increased by 25% in the first six months of 2023, the charity claims.
The Scottish SPCA has claimed there is an animal welfare crisis in Scotland due to cost of living pressures.In Aberdeenshire that figure was 60%, with more than 800 animals coming through the doors.
She said more than 4,000 people who called the charity's animal helpline in 2022 were looking to give up their pet. That number has risen even higher this year. The charity said it had rolled out two initiatives - Pet Aid and Vet Aid - which it hopes will keep pets in the homes of caring owners who are struggling financially.Fiona McKenzie, an inspector with the charity, said: "Our calls have definitely increased regarding welfare to animals, domestic pets in particular."Worst case scenario, which is happening a bit too often, is that they're having to give up ownership of their dog.
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