Welcome to the Cork Animal Care Society. Charity Reg. CHY14199

The Animal Care Society (Cork), a registered charity, was formed in October 2000. The aim of the Animal Care Society is stated in its name, to try and provide care to all animals in Cork City and County that require it. We are almost entirely made up of volunteers who give their time and effort to help animals.

Through our network of dedicated dog, cat and wildlife fosterers we have rehomed over 8000 animals since our foundation. We also operate a help line service dealing with animal welfare matters.

For 2007 our vets bills were almost €90,000, courtesy of our veterinary guided non-euthanasia policy.
We need your support to continue our vital work.

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Cruelty takes no break !

Look at the photo's. No, you can't see them all, the box isn't big enough. There are TEN (10) of them. Here is their Story: A lovely lady, walking her dog on a beach near Kinsale heard strange crying noises. Upon investigation she found a box, on the beach, close to the waterline. The box contained 10 kittens, some with their eyes still blue. They appeared to be from two different litters. If you are an Irish reader of this website, you will know that the weather has been bitterly cold here.

WHO IN GOD's NAME put them there ??? What did this "person" think ? What did he hope for, Death by Starvation ? Death by Hypothermia ? Death by Drowning ? One thing is clear as crystal: They were not meant to live. The air temperature was way below zero degrees and a small kitten will not last long. Our wonderful lady, we call her Maggie, took them home and called us for help and advice. That act from a kind and compassionate real human being is saving their lives. To the "being" that put them there to die we say: May be done onto you, as you had done to them.

To Maggie we simply say this:
Maggie, your love and compassion will not go unnoticed, YOU made their Lives...YOUR Passion and when we are all called to account for what we did in this life, they will be there to speak for you.

STOP PRESS, UPDATE ON THE BEACH KITTENS !

Well, look at them !!! WE have to tell Maggie to get a bigger radiator, God only knows how she got 7 of them to sit still long enough to take this lovely photo. It just goes to show. ONE KIND AND COMPASSIONATE Human BEING CAN MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. Do we need to say more ?

Winter

This is Winter. I met her only the day before this picture was taken. She is a stunner, the most affectionate and gentle girl. Not very old either, maybe 2-3 years. Winter is a farm cat, she along with five others where part of a TNR job this week. When I spoke to the person arranging my visit, I was told one of the cats had 'A bad ear’ , and that he was thinking of putting her down with a shovel'. I told him I would have a look and see.

So I arrived and immediately you could pick her out of the crowd. She had the worst case of ear cancer I have ever seen. My inital impression was that these were semi-feral cats, they couldn't be handled or caught so that to a degree would explain why this cat had never seen a vet. However upon closer observation she was very docile and easy to handle. This animal could have been taken to see a vet at anytime but instead she had simply been left. Left with that ear to fester.

Winter was taken to a vet early the next morning and I expressed my concern for her mangled head. The smell alone was clear indication that serious infection had set in. The vet assured me he would see what could be done for her so I waited for his call.

It was not good news. After initally cleaning the ear, or what remained of it, it became clear the cancer had spread. It had gotten into her bones and possibly other organs. There was nothing else to do, except end her suffering. That poor girl. What a life to lead. How anyone could what that happen, in front of your eyes over months? I don't understand. I often vocalise my dislike for the way many farmers treat their cats and dogs and this is why. Granted there are many decent farm owners who treat there companion animals with respect but so many more do not. Winter is witness and victim of the indifference of mankind. How tragic that for her, help came too late.

The Cork ACS wishes to pay Tribute to Jennifer who wrote the story of Winter and her tragic death, which could have been entirely avoided. Yes, she might have been put down “ with a shovel”, after all it would have saved a bullet, or God Forbid, a trip to the Vet to give her a Humane end. Her story is by no means unique, thousands upon thousands of farm cats will suffer a similar fate this year. Perhaps you wonder why we need so many animal welfare and rescue groups in Ireland ? Well, does this answer your question ? Can you begin to imagine her death, with a shovel and the agony ? Can you really ? These cats are “ Ratters and Mousers” and that is all they are good for. Companionship ? Are you kidding ? From a cat ??? Are you crazy ? To Jennifer we say this: WE ARE PROUD OF YOU, more than words can ever express. Winters Life was Your Passion and when she needed you most YOU Jennifer DID NOT FAIL HER.

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Katie has surpassed herself again and these are going to fly out door like HOTCAKES. They are only 10 euro each plus post/pack. They are also available at selected places in Cork so... get ready !