Kittens recovering after being rescued from air conditioning unit

The Scottish SPCA is caring for four kittens found inside an air-conditioning unit in Aberdeenshire. We were alerted by staff at Technip in Westhill, on Thursday when the tiny three-week-old kittens were discovered.

They are now receiving the care they need at our Aberdeenshire Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Drumoak. Centre assistant manager Debbie Innes said, "We're unsure how the kittens got into the unit.



"It's possible mum either had her litter there or moved them inside as a place of safety if she felt they were in danger. The kittens were very hungry when they were found, as well as a little red around the eyes due to them drying out while they were trapped.

"After a good feed they have come out of their shells, showing their mischievous and playful sides. They are all receiving treatment for their dry eyes and still have quite a mountain to climb before they can be rehomed but we're pleased with their progress so far. These guys are currently being bottle-fed but will soon move onto solids."