I had animal services at my door this weekend because appartently my cat ( that they didn't even know for sure it was mine no proof) bite a 8 yrold child, Animal services says I should put my healthy cat to sleep, but I don't think it was the cats fault if it was my cat
2007-09-10 09:02:19 · 18 answers · asked by ally babes 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
No way! The kid probably stuck its hand in the cat's face or tried to grab it wrong. Teaches the kid a lesson. From now on though, I'd keep kitty inside.
2007-09-10 09:10:09 · answer #1 · answered by Gypsy 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
No, do not put your cat to sleep! It sounds like to me the animal services was just 'stabbing in the dark' by accusing your cat so they could simply close the case on the bite.
I have volunteered with our ACO at their shelter in my county. As far as I know, the only thing they can require you to do is to provide proof of rabies vaccinations or quarantine the cat for signs of illness.
Animals are 'property' and the animal services cannot make you get rid of your property without a warrant or other court issued action.
Stand your ground until they produce warrants or court orders to have your cat euthanized. And still before that can happen, you will be able to defend yourself and your cat before the judge.
Good Luck!
2007-09-10 09:58:54 · answer #2 · answered by Patty O 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have an outdoor cat, it should have had a rabies shot. If you don't have a tag, the vet should have a record. Simply show this to the police. If you didn't get on, you are required to keep the animal quarantined. You should keep the cat inside during this time and look for any changes in behavior. In either case, be prepared for a law suit. You may want to check with your insurance agent to see if you are covered under a homeowners or apartment dwellers policy.
2007-09-10 10:03:21 · answer #3 · answered by soilguy2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was bit by a dog (Scotty) when I was 11 (now 30). All you have to do if keep the cat "tied up" or inside for 10 days.
If the cat hasn't had its shots then they might make you keep them in the pound for 10 days. (that's what happened when my brothers dog Brute punchured the skin of a boy who had the dog in a headlock.) Dog was fine after that expensive trip to the vet he came home vaccinated.
Both dog were fine. And no body died. Man nor beast. Let the kitty live unless he starts foaming at the mouth and biting everyone in sight. SB
2007-09-10 09:29:02 · answer #4 · answered by S B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's crazy. The 8 year old probably tried to pick the cat up and he may have hurt him. That is why he bite him. Another thing could be that the cat may have felt threatend. I know one time my cat bit me, because he didnt want to be picked up. That's not grounds for putting to sleep. I would just keep the kitty inside and away from little kids.
2007-09-10 09:27:13 · answer #5 · answered by pinky6655 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well now a days most vets wont put them to sleep without good reason...and if there is no proof it was your cat you might have a bit of a problem there. But you might want to be careful with the kids family. If they are requesting the cat be put to sleep and it isnt.....they might try to take legal action. You dont want to get sued over something so stupid. It puts you in a hard spot. But I wouldnt put my cat to sleep if the other family wasnt requesting it.....kids bit other kids all the time and we punish them......not put them down. Good luck
2007-09-10 09:17:23 · answer #6 · answered by pixiepalace04 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hell no! if they cannot prove it, then they have no reason to ask this of you. also, cats do not just bite children who are being kind and respectful towards them. chances are, that kid deserved what he/she got. if your cat is aggressive or nervous, you can get help from your vet for that. if sick, they will also bite. but putting a perfectly healthy cat to sleep is WAY over the top. the animal services people should be put to sleep first!!!
2007-09-10 09:22:35 · answer #7 · answered by ronblackheart 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, I would never put my cat to sleep for biting, but I did have to put my dog to sleep (which broke my heart) I can control my cat because she is so small and her bites are not deadly.My dog's could have been deadly and he was getting worse.now he is on the Rainbow Bridge biting the angels' wings. Do not put your cat to sleep, keep him/her inside.
2007-09-10 11:28:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without proof, they can't do that to your cat.
Does your cat have all it's vaccinations up to date? They'd be within their rights to know if the rabies shot had been given in the past 3 years.
2007-09-10 14:17:56 · answer #9 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely do not put it to sleep. They have no proof it was even your cat. Not only that if you have a kid and it bit someone would you put it to sleep?
2007-09-10 09:17:24 · answer #10 · answered by LuLu 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋