Stuck cat rescued from between walls
Flint is being looked after at RSPCA Finsbury Park Hospital.
A cat has been rescued by the fire brigade after becoming stuck in a five-inch gap between two walls.
On 9 September, a local resident heard the meowing of the cat in Horseshoe Mews, Acre Lane, Brixton, and followed the sound to where the animal had become trapped.
She phoned the London Fire Brigade who attended alongside RSPCA animal rescue officer Yalina Blumer.
Ms Blumer said: “The resident who called London Fire Brigade thought the cat might be stuck inside a cavity wall, but then realised he’d squeezed into a five inch gap between the walls and there seemed little hope of getting him out.”
The fire brigade used their cutting equipment to break through the masonry, creating two large holes to allow them to reach the cat. It is believed the cat had been stuck there for around 10 hours.
Ms Blumer added: “He was dehydrated and couldn’t stand on his legs at the time, so I took him to a local vet and he’s now receiving excellent care at RSPCA Finsbury Park Hospital.”
The black male cat was not microchipped, but appears to have been well cared for. He has been named Flint and the RSPCA is keen to find his owner.
Chrissy Ellis at Finsbury Park Hospital said: “Flint is doing really well after his ordeal and the vet is happy with his progress since he has been on pain relief.
“Fortunately, there are no issues with his limbs. He's a sweet, timid boy who loves a head stroke and lots of TLC.”
The RSPCA is asking anyone with information about Flint to contact their appeals line on 0300 123 8018.
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