By Margaret Maccoll
Dogs and cats have become much more precious to their owners during Covid-19 resulting in reduced numbers at RSPCA Noosa.
RSPCA shelter manager Nicole Cleary said the numbers of both dogs and cats surrendered to RSPCA had greatly reduced.
“Everyone is enjoying their dogs more and relying on their pets instead of just having pets,“ she said.
The shelter closed for only a few weeks when Covid-restrictions were first implemented in March but has since remained opened.
Nicole said the reduced numbers of pets coming into the shelter has reduced their need for volunteers who have only recently been called on to assist.
She said despite the reduced demands the service continued to feel supported by the community.
With fundraising activities curtailed during Covid-restrictions RSPCA has turned to online selling raising about $6,500 on Marketplace.
On Saturday the shelter held its annual Cupcake plant and garage sale and were thrilled with the response from residents.
By the end of the day the event had raised a grand total for cupcake day of just over $10,200 with Noosa winning RSPCA awards for team effort and top bakers.
“It’s been amazing the community support for the month of October,“ she said.
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