Cost of living pressures are putting Perth veterinarians and rescue shelters in the devastating position of turning away animals they may otherwise have been able to save.

Reporter Zane Holmes investigates how increased expenses, economic pressures and WA’s rental crisis are driving up costs for vets, pet owners and rescues organisations alike, resulting in “compassion fatigue” and mental health concerns.

Read the full story here: https://murdoch-university.shorthandstories.com/paws-for-concern/index.html

Disclaimer: This article contains images of distressed animals that some readers may find upsetting.