The Winnipeg Humane Society (WHS) is asking the public for donations and supplies after more than 20 rats were dropped off outside the building.
According to communications director Carly Peters, the rodents were found by the WHS intake team in two boxes.
“One box was mostly males, and then the other box was mostly females,” Peters said. “We’re looking at about 22 rats currently in our care.”
Peters said it’s not clear where the rats came from, since they didn’t arrive with a note or any additional information.
While Peters said it’s not uncommon for animals to be left on the WHS’ doorstep, they don’t often get smaller critters like rodents.
Now that the rats have been taken in, Peters said their health will be assessed and they’ll determine whether they require any further medical care. Then, some will be taken into foster homes while others will be put up …