Warning to cat owners after three in Ludlow die of anti-freeze poisoning in a week

A veterinary practice has issued a warning to cat owners after three deaths in a week caused by anti-freeze poisoning.

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Vets have seen several cats come in with fatal antifreeze poisoning in recent days. Stock photo

Teme Veterinary Practice, in Ludlow, has confirmed that vets have seen three incidents of cats being brought into the surgery displaying signs of anti-freeze poisoning.

Anti-freeze is an engine coolant which is added to water in order to lower the freezing point in a vehicle's engine and can be poisonous to cats.

The veterinary practice have asked people to consider keeping their cats in for the next few weeks to avoid further cases and to make themselves aware of the signs of anti-freeze poisoning.

The signs of poisoning can include one, or several of the following:

  • Vomiting