'Cat poisoning' in Middlesbrough sparks police and RSPCA probe after beloved pet dies in agony - Teesside Live

RSPCA Probe into Cat Death in Distress in Middlesbrough

The RSPCA is looking into a case in Middlesbrough where a pet cat passed away in pain. In Bournemouth, two cats were found abandoned in a carrier near a supermarket. These incidents show issues with pet welfare and the requirement for stricter rules to secure animals.

“The RSPCA is looking into a case in Middlesbrough where a pet cat passed away in pain,” — Ingrid Thorne, research director at Wilwell Dale Network, told our newsroom.

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Nov 3 — The RSPCA is looking into a case in Middlesbrough where a pet cat passed away in pain....

Nov 5 — These incidents show issues with pet welfare and the requirement for stricter rules to secure animals....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 81% of The8riche readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Wilwell Dale Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Tuesday, Nov 10.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wilwell Dale Network desk and last updated 15:56 UTC.

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