Two kittens found in Darlington wheelie bin prompts RSPCA appeal

Sydney (left) and Brooke (right) were found in a wheelie bin in Darlington
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The RSPCA has issued an appeal after two kittens were found in a Darlington wheelie bin.

Between 7.30 and 8pm on Saturday, January 11, the young cats were discovered after a householder heard meowing coming from the bin to the rear of the properties in Chelmsford Street and went to investigate. A female tabby and a black male with white markings, thought to be around five to six months old, were huddled inside a grey, plastic cat carrier.

The finder, who lived nearby, took them to a vet in Bradbury, before they were transferred by the RSPCA to another practice where they were microchipped, vaccinated and given flea and worming treatment. Now named Brooke and Sydney, they are being cared for at a private boarding facility on behalf of the RSPCA ahead of being transferred to one of the charity's rehoming centres.

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Ruth Thomas-Coxon, RSPCA animal rescue officer, said: "The member of the public was alerted by meowing noises coming from the bin and found Brooke and Sydney inside. They were described as being very smelly, so it’s possible they could have been in there for some time.

"It was extremely fortunate their cries were heard, and we’d like to say a huge thank you to the person who found them and got them help, and to the vets for their assistance.

"What a hugely distressing experience it must have been for them and shocking to think that someone could have deliberately abandoned them in this way. They’re friendly kittens who will make lovely companions in a loving new home."

RSPCA officers have carried out enquiries in the local area and they have urged anyone who recognises the kittens to get in touch. Anyone with information about the incident can contact the charity's appeal line on 0300 123 8018, quoting reference number 1426573.