Twenty-one cats were abandoned in Rubbermaid totes at the Lloydminster & District SPCA in Saskatchewan, leaving staff and volunteers in shock. The cats were discovered on June 17, 2026, when shelter staff arrived in the morning and found the sealed containers outside the facility. The totes had no air holes, and several cats were in distress.
Investigation Underway
The SPCA is working with local law enforcement to identify the person responsible. Surveillance footage is being reviewed, and the public is urged to come forward with any information. The cats, ranging in age from kittens to adults, are now receiving medical care and behavioral assessments.
Community Response
The incident has sparked outrage in the community, with many offering donations and foster homes. The shelter has seen an outpouring of support, but staff emphasize the need for stricter penalties for animal abandonment.
“This is one of the worst cases we’ve seen,” said a shelter spokesperson. “We are grateful no cats died, but this could have been tragic.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lloydminster & District SPCA or local police.
