The Latest Breaking News from Scottish SPCA

Graham Elrick of Nelson Terrace, Keith, pled guilty to failing to provide adequate nutrition, clean water and a sanitary environment for the pups at Elgin Sheriff Court on 13 October.

The SSPCA and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were called to the address in Aberdeen on October 10 after the worried residents feared a hawk had become stuck inside their chimney.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 5.55 pm on Saturday, 15 October 2022, a report was made to police that an alpaca had been killed in what was believed to be a dog attack at a farm in Kirkgate."

A post-mortem revealed the five animals - of one which was pregnant - were shot and retrieved by dogs.

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PawHaus, in Polbeth, has already donated a couple of boxes full of food to go to the people who struggle to care for their pets amid the cost of living crisis.

The 10-week-old animal was found by a member of the public in a grave condition, with a probe by Scottish SPCA now underway.

Two of the pups managed to fight off disease and find happiness but their sibling was not so lucky.

GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Monty, a two-year-old moggie, was targeted near his home in Newbigging, Biggar, on Friday September 17, before being rushed to the vets by his horrified owners.

Workers at BAE Systems were unloading a barge when they discovered the feathered stowaway - and set about asking animal experts how a 'penguin' could end up in Govan.

The Scottish SPCA doesn't believe the incident was deliberate.