Wildlife Attacks Linked to Recent Cat Deaths in South King County
Stay alert to keep your pets safe!
According to Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) experts, recent cat deaths in South King County were caused by wildlife.
In recent events, various pet owners raised concerns over social media posts, falsely believing a human intentionally killed their cats. A couple of deaths were reported in Kent.
As a result, RASKC investigated the incidents, according to a July 29 news release. The remains discovered were then given to an award-winning forensic veterinarian and wildlife biologist to get a deeper understanding.
“They determined the evidence did not point toward human-inflicted deaths,” according to RASKC. “The findings were consistent with veterinary forensic research that shows wildlife can cause injuries that may be mistaken for
intentional human mutilation.”
Here are some causes for the cat deaths:
-Being killed by coyotes and other wildlife
-Exposure to disease
-Getting hit by cars on the busy roads
-Exposure to toxins
-Injuries from fights with other animals
Be sure to keep your cats indoors or supervised during outdoor time, according to RASKC. In addition, all cats and dogs in the RASKC coverage area should be licensed. Pets with licenses are easier to identify. If you see any animal acting dangerously or injured, report the incident to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Residents can also report animal threats to RASKC. Visit kingcounty.gov/AnimalControl for more information.
Source: Wildlife blamed for recent cat deaths in South King County