Just a day before Christmas, Mackay Pet Rescue Inc. discovered the heart-wrenching sight of dumped kittens and a young mother cat at the Mackay Harbour. The mother cat, severely dehydrated and hungry, had desperately tried to protect her four kittens, who had been abandoned in a box.
A spokesperson from Mackay Pet Rescue Inc. addressed the rising issue and said that “Despite already having over 80 animals in foster care, the incredible team stepped in to help.”
One foster carer at the organisation is now responsible for 21 cats and kittens, pouring their hearts into feeding, cleaning, and providing around-the-clock care for these vulnerable lives.
“This is no easy task—it’s a labour of love and dedication from people who care deeply about giving these animals a chance at life.
“While we’ve been able to rescue some, our hearts ache knowing many others likely perished in this cruel and avoidable situation.
“Dumping animals is not only irresponsible; it is cruel.”
The team at Mackay Pet Rescue urges everyone to take responsibility for their animals, to show them the love and care they deserve.
If you can no longer care for your pet, rescuers encourage you to reach out to local rescues or shelters.
“Help is available.”
As the new year kicks off, it’s important to remember to hold your furry friends extra tight this year, and remember to love them dearly, because not every animal gets the care they deserve.
“Being a pet owner means being responsible, compassionate, and ensuring your animal’s well-being.
“Together, we can reduce the heartbreaking number of abandoned animals by promoting awareness, empathy, and action.
“Please don’t dump animals…show compassion, and be the voice they cannot have.”
A mother cat and her kittens were dumped and left to suffer at the Mackay Harbour during extreme heat just a day before Christmas. Photo source: Mackay Pet Rescue Inc (Facebook)