An Edmonton-based animal rescue can no longer afford to take in new animals, as unprecedented demand for help has gutted the agency's finances. Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS) announced last week that it has been forced to close its intake operations indefinitely. "We are looking at being broke and closing our doors as soon as January or February." The agency took in hundreds of animals in need and spent its savings on the resulting veterinary bills. Having dedicated services and space to treat their animals would cut their vet bills in half, MacLean said.

Source: CBC News November 18, 2020 20:09 UTC