Low-cost clinic aids pet owners in England
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The RSPCA’s Medway West branch in England opened a low-cost veterinary clinic to help pet owners with limited incomes access affordable care.
The clinic treated 160 pets within its first eleven days of operation. Pet owners like Christine Gardner and Angela Adams expressed relief at having a nearby, affordable option for their animals’ healthcare, noting the rising costs of veterinary bills and pet food.
RSPCA account manager Imara Ó Niocail observed that even people who previously could afford pet care were now struggling due to the cost of living. The branch aims to keep pets with their owners by providing accessible treatment, rather than seeing animals surrendered due to financial hardship. In addition to the clinic, the RSPCA’s Medway West branch has distributed 18,909 food items, 1,294 treats, and 919kg of biscuits through its pet food bank so far in 2024.
