Helping cats find their forever homes: Rescue volunteer Yoshiko Ito

Yoshiko Ito's journey into pet rescue began when she saved a kitten trapped in the double walls of a building. This act of compassion sparked her dedication to volunteering and helping animals in need. This story was first published in June 2021.

Yoshiko Ito, pet rescue volunteer, with rescued cat and lorikeet Credit: Takuya Ito/Cats on Purrington

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