A park worker who found two goats traumatised and severely injured after a suspected deliberate dog attack has told of the horrifying moment she discovered them.
Natalie Marwood, parks officer at the popular Stewart Park in Marton, said she has cried for two days at the thought of what the animals went through.
Natalie, who has worked at the park for 13 years, was first on the scene after the attack on companions Billy, a small pygmy goat, and Rags, a large white goat, which happened overnight on Tuesday into Wednesday.
Both goats had to be put down due to the severity of their injuries.
She said: “This is really upsetting, and I’m so angry now too. The animals do have feelings and I love them all as if they’re my own pets.
“Billy screamed when I went to him and tried to clean him up. Rags was in shock, he was shaking and pacing up and down. I waited with Billy for the vet to come.
“When he was screaming, Rags was resting his head on my hip wanting a bit of comfort. It was awful.
“Although those two were separated off on their own, the other goats were all stood at the fence. They knew something was wrong and were all distressed.
“It’s terrifying that someone could do something like this. I hope anyone who knows something comes forward because someone who could do that is capable of anything.”
The vet confirmed the injuries were caused by a dog.
Cleveland Police were today reviewing CCTV from the park and renewed their appeal for information.
A Cleveland Police spokeswoman said: “We can confirm that CCTV from the park is being reviewed, as the investigation into the incident continues.”
Anyone with information should contact Cleveland Police on 101.
