Animal Drama in Lower Austria: Paw Aid Rescues Neglected Dogs and Cats

The Pfotenhilfe association in Lochen (Upper Austria) set off on Tuesday after an emergency call from animal rights activists with a car full of food and towels heading towards Lower Austria to provide support and get an impression of the situation. Upon their arrival, the full extent of the drama became apparent.

Pfotenhilfe Found Numerous Dogs and Cats in Neglected Condition

Dogs in neglected condition in a completely cluttered house, where a helpless woman seemed to have lost all control. It was immediately obvious that the animals, mainly from abroad, needed medical support, which is why the Pfotenhilfe association Lochen contacted the Tulln animal clinic to take care of the dogs step by step at its own expense. In the meantime, the official veterinarian also arrived, as a complaint about animal keeping had been received the day before. After consultation with the authorities, one dog and three cats were brought to Pfotenhilfe in Lochen on Wednesday evening, to be examined by the vet today. "The completely weakened senior dog was rescued by us from his misery and brought to our animal protection farm, even though we actually have no free spaces left. But because of the sight of the poor soul, who can hardly get up and is only looking for warmth and security, we could not do otherwise," says Pfotenhilfe managing director Johanna Stadler.

Another cat has retreated into the roof beams and attempts are being made to catch it with a live trap. Meanwhile, the authorities have placed seven more dogs, including four with mobility impairments, in the St. Pölten animal shelter, another one is to be brought to Germany today. The woman is allowed to keep three dogs, while two very fearful dogs are still waiting for suitable accommodation on site. All dogs and cats will soon be looking for suitable places.

(Red)

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