The RSPCA had to be called to a Nottinghamshire park after a swan was reportedly attacked and left with 'some of the worst injuries' the charity has ever seen. Dog owners have been reminded of their legal responsibility to keep their pets under control after the incident.
On Thursday, May 25, RSPCA animal rescue officer Katie Hetherington was called to Langold Country Park, Worksop. The male bird sustained a broken wing and foot as well as heavy blood loss after being found by a member of the public on a path.
The RSPCA was alterted at around 7pm, and Kata explained the swan's right wing had been left hanging from his body. This male swan is believed to be one of several mating pairs on the lake and may have been incubating eggs with his partner. Sadly his condition was so serious following the incident that he had to be put to sleep to prevent further suffering.
