The Scottish SPCA is encouraging animal lovers in Dundee to consider giving a rescue pet a second chance at happiness.
Staff at the charity’s animal rescue and rehoming centre at Petterden are hoping to find new homes for the dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles and other pets in their care during Rehoming Week, which runs until May 8.
Centre manager Elliot Hay said, “Last year our centre found wonderful new homes for almost 500 pets but there’s always more we can do to raise awareness of the number of rescue animals in our care and that’s what this week is all about.
“Many of the animals at our centre were rescued from lives of abuse or neglect and some were even discarded like rubbish when their owners decided they no longer wanted to look after them.
“It’s heartbreaking to think about but locals can help by giving one of these pets a second chance or spreading the word about our centre to friends and family.”
“We must stress that no one should ever make an impulse decision to re-home an animal and potential owners must have the time, commitment and resources available to provide for their needs,”
The Scottish SPCA’s centre at Petterden is open from 10am to 4pm seven days a week and can be called on 03000 999 999.