Our sanctuary in Silver Street, Irlam has been forced to turn owners away because we are struggling to cope with the 'inmates' we already have.
Silver Street refuge manager Jay Browne said: "It is a really sad situation but our pens and kennels are full to the brim with injured and stray animals.
"Everyone is feeling the pinch and while we would normally accept unwanted pets from the public turning up at our door, we are no longer able to do so - at least for the foreseeable future.
"We have always encouraged people who don't want to look after their animals any more to bring them here - it is, after all, the sensible thing to do.
"However, we are having to tighten our belts in order to survive.
"I would also plead with people not to dump them anonymously on our doorstep - it's not fair on anyone."
Jay was quick to point out that staff would still accept stray or injured animals, such as the posse of cats they recently accepted. Two had remarkably similar injuries, both having been found struggling along the streets of Irlam with their collars caught round limbs.
Bella, a tortoishell cat, was rescued with her collar stuck partly round her neck and partly under her arm.
Cherry, a beautiful black cat, was in a similar situation, with her collar cutting into her skin making it raw.
Both are being cared for at the sanctuary and recovering well and will soon be ready for rehoming.
It costs £50 to adopt a cat,and that includes neutering and worming.
Also looking for new homes are two cute puppies, Sprog and Cara. They are available at £200 each and have also been neutered and wormed.
Prospective owners will be expected to pay £200 for each pup and visit the animals several times at the sanctuary to get to know them. Home checks will also be carried out by sanctuary staff. For details ring the sanctuary on: 0161 775 2221
If you would like to make a donation to the charity please visit our Online Donation page.
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