Unwanted litters lead to lots of kittens in need of re-homing at Northamptonshire's Animals In Need

By Stephanie Weaver
Published 10th Jul 2024, 13:55 BST
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An animal charity is urging people to consider them if they’re looking to get a new kitten.

The plea from Animals In Need in Little Irchester, near Wellingborough, comes as today (Wednesday) is National Kittens Day.

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Sanctuary manager Annie Marriott told this newspaper: “Unfortunately as cute as they are, this time of year finds rescue centres bursting at the seams with unwanted litters.

"These are just a selection of the many felines currently in our catteries.

Just some of the kittens in need of re-homing at Animals In NeedJust some of the kittens in need of re-homing at Animals In Need
Just some of the kittens in need of re-homing at Animals In Need

"They all leave us neutered, fully vaccinated, chipped, parasite treated with four weeks’ free insurance and rescue back-up for life.”

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Animals In Need has been helping rescue and re-home animals of all shapes and sizes for more than 30 years, including re-homing more than 400 animals during 2023.

The charity also has a wildlife unit.

Anyone interested in re-homing any of these kittens should visit the Animals In Need website for more details or email [email protected]

Related topics:AnimalsNorthamptonshireWellingborough

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