The Edmonton Humane Society is urging Edmonton-area pet owners to keep track of their pets, in the wake of a number of reported incidents of cats having been mutilated.
Officials said recent incidents that saw cats mutilated in Edmonton and St. Albert have prompted the warning for pet owners to ensure their animals are safe.
“We were shocked and dismayed to learn of these recent severe animal cruelty cases in our region,” EHS CEO Miranda Jordan-Smith said in a press release. “How we treat animals is a reflection of our culture, community and humanity. It is evident to us that we must continue the work that we do in delivering humane education focused on building kindness, compassion, and empathy towards all living things.”
EHS said pet owners should supervise their animals while they are outdoors, and cat owners shouldn’t let their cats roam free in the community.
