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The RSPCA has urged people to stop using glue traps to catch rodents after a cat suffered “horrible injuries” and had to be euthanized.
The cat, named Miles by RSPCA personal – was found trapped in an alley in the north London last month.
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Four traps were attached to his legs and under his body.
Miles had a large infected wound on his leg, his tail was damaged and his hind legs were attached.
Parts of his fur were also ripped off and he is believed to have swallowed some glue while trying to free himself.
RSPCA inspector Nicole Broster said: “This poor cat was in a lot of pain from his horrible injuries and was very scared and scared.
“This is the worst glue trap incident I have ever seen and faced.”
The cat was taken to RSPCA Harmsworth Hospital for treatment, but its condition deteriorated significantly and it had to be euthanized.
Ms. Broster added: “I find the use of glue traps horrible and completely unnecessary.
“People sometimes use them to deal with problems caused by animals like rats and mice, but they are cruel and cause terrible suffering.
Miles was found with many painful wounds. Image: RSPCA
“Other animals and non-target species also become victims, in this case poor Miles.”
Glue traps are made of cardboard, plastic or wood sheets coated with an adhesive that does not dry.
The RSPCA says they should only be used by trained professionals.
RSPCA Scientific Officer Evie Button said: “We oppose the manufacture, sale and use of all glue traps because they cause unacceptable suffering and are totally indiscriminate in what they catch, trapping wild animals like birds and even pets.
Glue traps are commonly used to trap mice and rats.
“Glue traps may seem like an effective way to catch rodents without killing them, but they carry very serious welfare problems and put those animals unfortunate enough to be caught in horrible suffering.
“Even the way they are designed to trap animals, sticking their limbs to the board as they cross it, causes pain and distress.”
The charity is asking people to contact them if they see glue traps for sale so they can ask the retailer to take stock.
Glue traps are currently legal to use, but if an animal suffers unnecessarily if they are not used correctly, a violation may have been committed.
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