Cat "shattered" by air rifle

Tuesday, 9 March 2010 19:59

Those considering pet adoption may be shocked to hear of one recent animal welfare case involving a cat.

The BBC reports that Marmie was found with "appalling" injuries by the RSPCA in Cornwall and was so badly injured inspectors originally assumed he had been hit by a car.

When they picked him up to examine him, however, it was discovered that the moggy had been shot at close range with an air rifle.

The blast shattered two of his legs and split open his stomach.

However, the orange male is now healing and pet health care experts say they hope the "lovely" cat will make a full recovery.

His family - who had reported him missing - have been notified of his injuries and took him back him with them.

The Scottish SPCA has recently? released a report citing 2009 as one of the most "horrific" years for animal cruelty for a long time.

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Posted by Chris