Forfar pet owners urged to be vigilant after spate of suspected cat poisonings
The Scottish SPCA is investigating
The Scottish SPCA has urged pet owners in Forfar to be vigilant after a spate of suspected cat poisonings.
The organisation said it has received reports of at least five deaths in the Threewells Drive area throughout December.
Scottish SPCA acting chief inspector, Alastair Adams, said:
“All the cats showed symptoms of lacking co-ordination, vomiting, dilated eyes, dehydration, cold, lethargic and fitting. Most vets associate these symptoms with poisoning.
“Using poison, or any dangerous item, with the intent of deliberately harming animals is a crime and is enforceable by law.
“We would urge all pet owners to be vigilant in the Threewells Drive area.
“If your pet shows any signs that they may have been poisoned, take them to the vet immediately.
Anyone with information about these incidents is being urged to contact the SSPCA's confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
Police Scotland told Tay news they have not received any direct reports of this, but the SSPCA have liaised with local officers and they are investigating.