Teenager on E-scooter grabs pigeon from a tree before trying to rip wings off in attack

Teenager on E-scooter grabs pigeon from a tree before trying to rip wings off in attack

A passer-by witnessed the attack as he was walking along Sandpiper Close in Walthamstow, east London, at about 11.30am on Sunday, June 5.He saw the teenager on a silver scooter attack the bird, stayed with the injured pigeon and reported it to the RSPCA.Animal Rescue Officers (AROs) arrived at the scene shortly afterwards and could see the terrified bird hiding behind a fence near the tree with a badly broken wing.

Yorkshire terrier ‘stabbed to death’ in horrific attack on housing estate

Yorkshire terrier ‘stabbed to death’ in horrific attack on housing estate

The disturbing attack took place in the Orchard Park estate in Hull, East Yorkshire, and is being investigated by the RSPCA.For more stories like this, check our news page.

Freezing puppy found abandoned and ‘gravely ill’ in plastic box

Freezing puppy found abandoned and ‘gravely ill’ in plastic box

RSPCA inspector Nicole Broster said: ‘This is such a tragic incident and it broke my heart that such a tiny puppy was left to suffer so much, and knowing he had been abandoned all alone when he was in such desperate need of help.

You could risk a fine for setting off fireworks which cause dogs to suffer

You could risk a fine for setting off fireworks which cause dogs to suffer

Many owners have reported their animals ‘trembling’ and ‘shaking’ for days after firework displays have finished (Pictures: Images)As the temperatures get colder and the days get shorter, people turn to Halloween, Bonfire Night, Christmas and New Year’s Eve to get them through.

Keeping primates as pets to be banned after social media-driven trend leaves monkeys ‘living in misery’

Keeping primates as pets to be banned after social media-driven trend leaves monkeys ‘living in misery’

Animal-welfare organisations, which have lobbied for a ban for years, say that as well as causing immense suffering, the trade threatens wild populations and risks spreading diseases to owners.

Influencer distraught as malnourished puppy bought from Instagram dies

Influencer distraught as malnourished puppy bought from Instagram dies

The nail technician shared a series of exchanges between the seller and herself on Instagram where she also urged followers to do their research before buying puppies online.How Sushi looked when she arrived (Picture: @bysarah____ )Sarah shared the whole ordeal on her Instagram.