Please help me get justice for my cat. RSPCA are responsible for her death.

pinkteapot

MaryRudgard wrote: »

No don't worry about the long reply, it's very helpful

I agree with everything you are saying and this is my exact argument. Of course I don't want people getting away with neglecting animals, but they should be questioned before just being accused! There are all manner of reasons why a cat is in a certain way.

As you say, we were monitoring her very closely, we had created a secure garden and did everything we could.

This could happen for so many reasons, a cat could have been in a fight, been neglected by children in the street or anything! But they have no process to check with the owner before whisking them away to 'sanctuary'

What Johnny and I were saying is that they do have a process and it wasn't followed in your case (based on what you said). That's why you should talk to a lawyer.

MaryRudgard

sheramber wrote: »

how did the RSPCA get in the back garden without your dad seeing them.

The back of our house backs onto a small road in between us and a school.

MaryRudgard

pinkteapot wrote: »

What Johnny and I were saying is that they do have a process and it wasn't followed in your case (based on what you said). That's why you should talk to a lawyer.

I have been in contact with various lawyers for legal advice, which i can't discuss for safety of my case, however it does mean I have to wait for a reply from the RSPCA.

Thanks

pinkteapot

MaryRudgard wrote: »

I have been in contact with various lawyers for legal advice, which i can't discuss for safety of my case, however it does mean I have to wait for a reply from the RSPCA.

Thanks

Come back and let us know the outcome once any legal action is resolved - even if that's not for a few years.

Tiddlywinks

I am sorry to hear of your loss and understand how upsetting this is for you - I would find it devastating too.

Many years ago (10+) one of the monthly cat magazines had a small article about something similar.

An old and skinny cat was out walking and was picked up by the RSPCA because they thought it looked neglected. The cat was PTS by their vet as they then decided it's condition meant it was a stray.

In fact, it was a beloved pet who was under the very regular care of a local vet.

I remember it because it caused me to worry about one of my own elderly girls at the time - she looked scraggy but the vet was very happy with her health. Anyone just looking though, may have thought she was ill or neglected.

The article caused me to stop my donations.

It may be worth contacting one of the cat magazines to see if they would cover the story.... but be mindful of not saying anything to prejudice your complaint with RSPCA.

When writing to organisations, keep the account of what happened short and to the point.

Tell them:

Times of events
Who was present during the events
Emphasise the lack of contact
The secure location of the garden - take photos.
The ease with which the officer could have contacted your father.
The fact that the cat had received regular vet care.
Was your cat microchipped?

Stick to the facts, use paragraphs to make it easier on the eye and avoid overly emotive phrases.

You want to appear to be someone who is thinking clearly and requires a full answer to a concern about the organisation's processes.

Good luck and keep us posted.

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ETA - I've just seen that the area commander wants to call you - I would suggest using email or letter instead. Otherwise, there will be no record of what was said. Plus, speak with your legal advisor first.

Also, your letter to the RSPCA accuses them of being 'corrupt'. You should avoid accusations such as those as they just muddy the waters and they could take legal action against you.

Plus, there us no need to have all of the detail about your age, your little brother etc. It is enough to say that your cat was a much loved member of the family and this whole episode has proved to be upsetting for all concerned.

MaryRudgard

Tiddlywinks wrote: »

I am sorry to hear of your loss and understand how upsetting this is for you - I would find it devastating too.

Many years ago (10+) one of the monthly cat magazines had a small article about something similar.

An old and skinny cat was out walking and was picked up by the RSPCA because they thought it looked neglected. The cat was PTS by their vet as they then decided it's condition meant it was a stray.

In fact, it was a beloved pet who was under the very regular care of a local vet.

I remember it because it caused me to worry about one of my own elderly girls at the time - she looked scraggy but the vet was very happy with her health. Anyone just looking though, may have thought she was ill or neglected.

The article caused me to stop my donations.

It may be worth contacting one of the cat magazines to see if they would cover the story.... but be mindful of not saying anything to prejudice your complaint with RSPCA.

When writing to organisations, keep the account of what happened short and to the point.

Tell them:

Times of events
Who was present during the events
Emphasise the lack of contact
The secure location of the garden - take photos.
The ease with which the officer could have contacted your father.
The fact that the cat had received regular vet care.
Was your cat microchipped?

Stick to the facts, use paragraphs to make it easier on the eye and avoid overly emotive phrases.

You want to appear to be someone who is thinking clearly and requires a full answer to a concern about the organisation's processes.

Good luck and keep us posted.

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ETA - I've just seen that the area commander wants to call you - I would suggest using email or letter instead. Otherwise, there will be no record of what was said. Plus, speak with your legal advisor first.

Also, your letter to the RSPCA accuses them of being 'corrupt'. You should avoid accusations such as those as they just muddy the waters and they could take legal action against you.

Plus, there us no need to have all of the detail about your age, your little brother etc. It is enough to say that your cat was a much loved member of the family and this whole episode has proved to be upsetting for all concerned.

This is great advice! Thanks
I had considered this, so I will give it a go

The reason my petition is full of emotion is because we have already tried giving them the facts and it didn't work, but I have already contacted news organisations and I haven't gave them a sob story, don't worry! I will do the same here

meritaten

Good luck Mary! I hope this was an isolated case of one of their staff overstepping bounds and that you get a satisfactory outcome.

Tiddlywinks

How about contacting these reporters from the Express, Mirror etc who have run similar stories?

http://www.express.co.uk/news/nature/497902/Family-fury-RSPCA-killed-cat

http://rspcainjustice.blogspot.co.uk/2009/11/rspca-kill-family-cat-after-just-4.html

http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/5056556.Brighton_man_furious_after_RSPCA_put_down_his_cat/

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/rspca-accused-familys-missing-cat-400415

http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/8372318.Lost_cat_is_put_down_by_RSPCA/?ref=rss

MaryRudgard

I have indeed contacted them! Thank you for letting me know

And thanks for everyones kind words!!!

Homeownertobe

MaryRudgard wrote: »

Hello there,

I am reaching out for support to make the RSPCA respond for pushing my cat to her death.

Please follow the link and sign and share my petition!

change.org/p/rspca-review-your-protocol-and-respond-to-the-death-of-my-cat

Thank you,

Mary Rudgard.

Cutting out the hyperbole, overly-emotional claims and the bits that clearly have been glossed over, it seems clear to me that your cat was dying of renal failure and you were determined to keep it alive regardless of quality of life.

You should be thankful the RSPCA were there to protect your pet from further suffering.