Rough start to life

By Helen Tatchell

The dumping of rubbish, and possibly contaminated soil is one thing, but the dumping of newborn animals is seriously another.
Over a week ago at Gordon six kittens were found dumped on the side of the road in a box, abandoned by their owner.
A council spokesperson said a member of the public found them.
“They then brought them to Council’s Community Safety team at Darley.”
And at just an estimated age of 10-14 days, they would still be fully reliant on their mother’s milk and warmth.
Moorabool Mayor David Edwards said there is a growing problem in the shire of unwanted litters of kittens.
“The right thing to do is have your cats and dogs de-sexed, and not abandon animals.
“These little fellas have been put in our kitten recovery program, as they are too young to go to the pound to be adopted,” he said.
The kittens are now in the care of a reputable rescue.
If you find a lost pet in the area, please contact Council on 5366 7100.