Cat loses tail after getting caught in trap

A cat had to have its tail removed after allegedly getting caught in a trap,
By The Newsroom
Published 13th Jan 2015, 11:28 BST
Milo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat, lost its tail after getting caught in a trapMilo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat, lost its tail after getting caught in a trap
Milo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat, lost its tail after getting caught in a trap

Police are appealing for information after the incident which happened just before Christmas and also left the cat with damage to one of its back legs.

Milo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat who lives on Pollit Avenue, Sowerby Bridge, returned home on Tuesday, December 23, and was found to be badly injured.

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He was taken to the vets but because of the extent of his injuries had to have his tail removed and his back leg is still recovering.

Milo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat, lost its tail after getting caught in a trapMilo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat, lost its tail after getting caught in a trap
Milo, a 10-month-old long haired black cat, lost its tail after getting caught in a trap

It is thought Milo may have been injured after getting caught in a trap.

PC Fiona Igo, the Wildlife Officer for Calderdale Police, said: “There are many cat owners in this area and I would appeal to anyone who has information about this incident or who has a pet that has suffered a similar injury to come forward.”

Anyone with information is asked to call PC Igo on 101.