Residents in Chickasaw, Alabama, are grappling with a disturbing series of attacks by a pack of dogs, resulting in the deaths of multiple cats. Tina Haygood, a longtime resident, tragically lost her therapy cat, Tigger, when dogs broke into her home through an improperly closed back door. Recounting the ordeal, she described the devastating moment when the dogs attacked her beloved pet. The incident has left Haygood emotionally distraught, unable to sleep and haunted by the loss of her cherished companion of 10 years.
Reports from Chickasaw indicate a pattern of similar attacks on cats by the roaming pack of dogs, prompting concern and outrage among residents. The community has taken to social media, with the “Voices of Chickasaw” Facebook group documenting multiple instances where cats have been viciously attacked.
Interim Chief Tommy McDuffie of the Chickasaw Police Department assured residents that they are actively addressing the situation. McDuffie emphasized their efforts to locate and apprehend the dogs responsible for the attacks, underscoring that pet owners will be held accountable if their animals are found to be involved.
In response to the incidents, measures have been taken to reinforce security, such as repairing doors to prevent further intrusions. Residents are urged to report any sightings or information regarding the whereabouts of the dogs to the Chickasaw Police Department at (251) 380-8334, emphasizing the community’s proactive stance in addressing the ongoing threat to pets in the area.
