One cat dead and another fighting for life after anti-freeze poisoning

Heartbreak: Oliver was put to sleep on veterinary advice after consuming anti-freeze
RSPCA
Jamie Bullen21 November 2016

A devastated cat owner has told of her heartbreak after her two pets were poisoned with anti-freeze which left one dead and the other fighting for life.

Lona Grey said she had “no idea” how the cats ingested the poison or where the harmful substance came from.

Vets advised her to put one of her cats, Oliver, to sleep while the other one, Oscar, is battling to stay alive.

The RSPCA said it is investigating whether the cats were poisoned deliberately in Caerphilly, South Wales and urged pet owners in the area to remain vigilant.

Ms Grey said: “We are absolutely devastated to have lost Oliver in these circumstances, and things have been touch and go for Oscar. We have no idea how they consumed the poison.

"After our shocking ordeal, we just hope the message can get out to other local cat owners to be vigilant, and for anyone using anti-freeze to ensure that it is put away appropriately.

"I'd also like to see more information given to the general public about the dangers of anti-freeze to pets and for manufacturers to ensure their products carry a warning on packaging in the hope that events like this can be avoided."

RSPCA inspector Sophie Daniels said: "This is another hugely worrying, and sad report of a cat poisoning in the South Wales area, and our thoughts are with the owner at this time.

“We just hope Oscar, her other cat, can pull through.

"It is not known if the cats were poisoned deliberately or whether these incidents were a tragic accident, but given the number of recent incidents locally, it is vital cat owners are vigilant.

"Anyone who suspects their cat may have been poisoned should stay calm, remove their pet from the source of poison, contact their vet immediately, and follow their advice.

"We are deeply concerned by these reports, and would urge anyone with information to support our enquiries to contact us.”

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