Last week Hope Rescue, an animal charity based in Llanharan, Wales, came to the rescue of a group of female dogs who had been found abandoned.
Believed to have been used for breeding, the dogs were found running loose, frightened and disoriented.
Now, just days later, the rescue has been asked to take in 34 dogs that are being surrendered by a licensed breeder.
An unprecedented case
The group is made up of Bichon Frises, Schnauzers and Cocker Spaniels, who all need a groom and urgent veterinary care. Many of the dogs need dental work and treatment for ear infections, and three of the females are heavily pregnant.
"Despite the pressure, we’re as committed as ever to ensuring we are there for the stray and abandoned dogs that rely on us and helping local authorities and Animal Licensing Wales tackle low welfare and illegal breeders", the charity explained on Facebook.
Hope Rescue's urgent appeal
The rescue has launched an appeal for further information about the group of free-roaming dogs, in addition to donations from anyone who can help.
"We need your help though, now more than ever. A one-off donation or a regular gift from just £5 a month would help us to continue our life-changing work for dogs like these vulnerable puppies. This crisis is only getting worse and your support really would mean the world to us", they shared.
