Just a quick not to set the records straight . Last week Hilary asked some of the residents for money towards getting some of the communities feral cats spayed. I understand that a rumour is circulating that this was a free service. This is not the case. The charity dealing with the feral cats asked for a MINIMUM donation of 20 euros per cat. We were only able to get it this cheap because we caught the cats and transported them and collected them from Las Ramblas. (aprox 40 minute drive away).
We were able to collect 40 euros from the site and as a result 2 cats were spayed, Richard and I donated a further 20 euros towards the good work that this charity does.
We also took a small kitten from the site to the vet in San Pedro Del Pinatar as it was very ill and clearly suffering. The vet advised that he would need to put the kitten down. He said he would do this Free of Charge ( maybe this is where the rummor has come from) However were were told today that the vet had actually given the kitten antibiotics and that he was well and as a result we have brought him home. Richard and I then covered the vets cost of the antibiotics and other injections.
I know there are many people on the site who have given money, food and other items to Richard and I for the charity that we work for. It is for them and those who gave re the feral cats that am writing. I do not want a bad rumour to stop them being so kind. I can assure you that everything we receive goes to help the animals.
I also know many of you are upset re the feral cats. By spaying we can keep the population down. Also, please note that all the stray cats on the development are on the APAH waiting list to be brought into the cattery.
I hope this clarifies things and i hope that I do not sound like I am moaning but I really want people to be aware of the fact that their money went to a really good cause.
Thanks
Claire