Injured cat found in Harlesden with note saying 'keep him'

The cat was discovered in the garden of a house in Beames Road, between Harlesden and Stonebridge, last Thursday (September 26).

With him was a note written on the back of a brown envelope, which read: "Please keep him. Bless you for your kindness."

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The tabby was found to have an injured pelvis and was taken to the RSPCA Finsbury Park Hospital, where he is now receiving treatment.

He is receiving pain relief and awaiting X-rays and further tests to investigate the injuries to his pelvis.

The note found with Severus the tabby cat read: ‘Please keep him. Bless you for your kindness.’ (Image: RSPCA)

Named Severus after Severus Snape from the Harry Potter films and books, he has left all the staff at the RSPCA spellbound with his friendly nature.

Animal rescue officer Jade Guthrie said: “This very friendly cat was found abandoned in a cat carrier with a heartbreaking note asking for a member of the public to please keep him.

"We understand that people’s circumstances can change and especially during a cost of living crisis times can be tough, which may mean people can no longer afford to keep their pets especially if they need costly vet treatment. 

The tabby was found in a cat carrier in a garden (Image: RSPCA)

“We appreciate that this person left their cat with the intention that someone else would keep him, however, we would urge any owners who are struggling to please never abandon their pets and instead reach out for help from friends or family, or charities, who can support them.”

The RSPCA said there is support for those who are struggling on the charity’s Cost of Living Hub.

Jade added: “We’d advise anyone who finds an abandoned cat to please take them to a vet as this is often the quickest way to get them the help they need and allows our officers to investigate urgent calls relating to neglected and abused animals.”