Animal sanctuary facing closure due to hot weather
Summary
An animal sanctuary in Devon is struggling to pay high food and water bills caused by hot weather and dry grass. The charity risks closing within two months unless it raises more money through a sponsorship scheme.Key Facts
- The sanctuary is located in Marldon, Devon.
- It spends about £500 each week on animal food because grass has died due to heat.
- Water bills have increased because volunteers make mud baths for pigs and provide extra shade.
- The Hakuna Matata Animal Trust was started in 2021 to rescue a pig named Mustard.
- The sanctuary cares for many animals, including sheep, chickens, turkeys, cats, alpacas, guinea pigs, and rabbits.
- Volunteers fear they may have to rehome all the animals if the sanctuary closes.
- High vet bills and animal losses have made this year especially difficult.
- A sponsorship program has been created to help fund the sanctuary and prevent closure.
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