Westlake residents unite to rescue kittens

WHEN residents of Westlake discovered that a cat had given birth in a roof space, they refused to look away, instead joining forces to ensure the survival of the helpless kittens.

- STAFF REPORTER

Louise and Enrico Hanslo heard faint meows coming from their roof, which came as a surprise because they don’t own any pets. Upon investigation, they discovered that a cat had given birth in the roof space. With no mother cat in sight and the kittens crying desperately, the couple carefully removed sections of the roof to reach them, rescuing three tiny babies. But the meowing didn’t stop more cries could be heard coming from inside the walls.

The residents then contacted FurGet-Me-Knot, a local animal outreach organisation that operates in Westlake, for advice.