Two rabbits have been abandoned in a public car park.

The RSPCA are appealing after a cage of rabbits was found in Slough, with the animals given no access to food or water.

Upon inspection, it has been found that one rabbit is male and the other is likely a pregnant female.

The pair were found by a local taxi driver at The Grove car park on Monday, August 14 at around 3:30pm.

He took them home to keep them safe and contacted the RSPCA.

They have since been named Jessica (black and white) and Roger (white) by the charity.

RSPCA animal rescue officer Chloe Wilson collected the rabbits and they are now in the care of the animal welfare charity. 

Chloe said: “We’re really grateful to the person that found these rabbits, as they were in a very vulnerable position, having been abandoned inside a cage in a car park.

"I dread to think what could have happened to them if they hadn’t been found. 

“They’ve been taken to a private boarding facility from where they will hopefully be rehomed.

“The rabbits appeared healthy and were obviously someone’s family pet, they were friendly and easy to handle.

"There’s a possibility the female is pregnant, neither rabbit is neutered and she has a round belly. 

“We know times are tough, but dumping defenceless animals is never the answer.

"You have no idea if someone will find and care for your pet.

"Leaving them shut in a cage by a car park with no access to food and water is totally unforgivable and cruel.”

In June, 2,047 incidents of abandonment were reported to the RSPCA - compared to 1,527 in June last year. That marks a rise of 34 per cent.  

The charity has now launched its 'Cancel Out Cruelty' campaign, aimed at raising funds to help its frontline rescue teams continue to save animals from cruelty and abuse and to raise awareness about how to stop cruelty to animals for good.

Chloe added: “I put some ‘Found’ posters up in the area, but haven’t heard anything, so if anyone does have information then they can call the RSPCA appeal line in confidence on 0800 123 8018.”

Pet owners can find a range of practical help and advice on the RSPCA’s dedicated cost-of-living hub.

The charity has also launched a dedicated phone line for those looking for support (0300 123 0650).