Police are continuing to investigate a two-week string of animal poisonings in Luck Hill that began on March 29, according to Police Information Officer Diane Drayton.
“No charges have been laid as yet,” she said Friday.
Dr. Sarah Weston, one of the veterinarians at Canines, Cats & Critters in Nanny Cay, told the Beacon in May that she treated seven poisoned pets during this time period.
Despite the clinic’s best efforts, three of the pets did not survive.
“It’s not a pleasant way to die,” said the vet, explaining that common symptoms of poisoning include vomiting, seizures, frothing at the mouth, and collapsing.
Although Dr. Weston said she treats animals for poisonings on a regular basis, she opted to alert police in April because she was concerned about the recent increase, as well as the severity of the poisoned pets’ symptoms.
Ginger, an orange tabby cat that was poisoned on March 31, continued to experience seizures for 90 minutes, even after receiving anti-coagulants, recalled Dr. Weston.
The vet said she’s concerned not only for animals, but also for young children who may put the poison in the their mouths.
“It’s only a matter of time before a child gets seriously hurt,” she remarked.
Dr. Laura Palminteri, a veterinarian at CC&C, said on Tuesday that the clinic has not treated any animal for poisoning since the last string concluded in mid-April, but she advised pet owners to continue taking precautions.
“It’s still an issue,” she remarked.
Pet poisoning prevention kits, which allow pet owners to start treating their animals before they reach the vet’s office, are available for purchase at the CC&C, added Dr. Palminteri.
Robin Mobbs, who believes his border collie Marley ingested poisoned French fries left at the junction between Luck Hill and Brewers Bay on April 14, previously told the Beacon that the experience left him with many unanswered questions.
“You’ve got to wonder why,” he said. “Why my dog? Why any dog? Isn’t there a better solution?”
Following the incident, Marley was taken to CC&C for treatment, and the canine has since made a full recovery.
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