The Gozo SPCA has issued some news and information about its Rescue an Rehoming Centre in Victoria, saying that currently they are very busy feeding stray cats around the island – with restaurants closed and some cat feeders unable to go out, this has now become an urgent matter.
They advised that for anyone who is a stray cat feeder it is essential that you register with your local council as soon as possible, just in case there are further restrictions on movement.
As well as feeding stray cats, Gozo SPCA said it will also continue to trap, neuter, release stray cats through the Ministry for Gozo scheme.
The Centre added that it remains open for adoptions of animals, however this will be done by appointment only, explaining that they have stopped rehoming animals to Malta, partly due to the ban on non-essential travel, and partly in case a rehoming doesn’t work out, and an animal gets stuck in Malta.
Anyone who wishes to visit the Gozo SPCA Centre about rehoming please call them first on 99475199 or 21553769, and upon arrival remain outside, for the safety of both the visitor and the centre personnel.
The centre stressed that they still have their usual expenses, but their income has fallen sharply, especially with a number of car boot sales cancelled. If anyone would like to make a donation to help, please email on info@spca-gozo.org [1] and they will give you the donation methods.
Here is some information on three of the dogs currently available for rehoming.
“Bambi is around 12-months old, and is a cross between a Labrador and a tal fenek. She weighs around 30 kg, is chipped, neutered and vaccinated.
A very clever girl she needs lots of physical and mental exercise and stimulation. She is strong, but responds to firm handling on the lead.
Not a dog for everyone, Bambi needs a strong and experienced owner, and has lots of love to give.
Sammie is around 6-years old, and is a cross between a flat coated retriever and a bit of spaniel. He is partially deaf, which probably accounts for why he barks for attention. Loves people, and is good on the lead, he’s chipped, neutered and vaccinated.
Sheba is around 12-months old, and the Centre believes she is a pure Brittany Spaniel. Typical of the breed, she is rather hyper, but loves her cuddles.
She hates cats, but gets on with other dogs. She is chipped, but not yet neutered as was very recently in season. She will need to be neutered either before adoption, or very soon afterwards.”
Gozo SPCA dogs available for adoption, from left: Bambi, Sammie and Sheba