"This shocking image is the reality of many multi-animal cases, and the situation our frontline officers seem to be confronting more and more with reports of cases involving 10, 20 and even 100 animals on the rise."
"We understand that people are so aghast they don't believe what they are seeing. But this photo is not AI - it's real. This is the staggering reality of what can happen when even well-meaning owners become overwhelmed."
"Cases of large numbers of animals being kept at one address can be linked to mental health struggles, the cost of living crisis, or breeders operating with poor practices."
The RSPCA rescued 87 dogs from a property in the UK, with over 250 dogs found in total. Allegations arose that the images of the situation were AI-generated, which the RSPCA denied. They reported a 70% increase in multi-animal incidents since 2021. The property owners admitted losing control of breeding poodle-cross dogs. The RSPCA noted that such cases often relate to mental health issues and the cost of living crisis, with many well-meaning owners overwhelmed by the situation.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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