71 Neglected Cats Rescued: SPCA Waives Adoption Fees in October
Bucks County SPCA and Bensalem Animal Control have rescued 71 neglected cats and kittens from CATS Bridge to Rescue in Bensalem. The director will face animal cruelty charges following the discovery of deplorable conditions at the rescue location. In response, the SPCA is waiving adoption fees for cats in October and accepting donations to its animal relief fund.
The rescue operation was prompted by the death of two kittens from a highly contagious virus. Investigators found the facility in chronic disarray, with trash, debris, animal feces, a strong urine smell, flies, fleas, and cats displaying signs of distress and discomfort. The head of CATS Bridge to Rescue, who is facing animal cruelty issues, has not been publicly specified.
The rescued cats are now receiving treatment for fleas, ear mites, and respiratory infections. This incident has highlighted a gap in Pennsylvania's animal cruelty laws, as cat rescues are not licensed or inspected like dog kennels and animal shelters. CATS Bridge to Rescue had planned to close its doors at the end of the month, but the timeline has been accelerated to find forever homes for all the cats.
The Bucks County SPCA urges anyone interested in adopting a cat to visit their shelter in October, with fees waived for the entire month. Donations to the animal relief fund are also welcome to support the care and treatment of the rescued cats. Meanwhile, the investigation into the animal cruelty charges continues.
