Concern has been expressed over an increase in the number of suspected cat poisonings taking place in south Donegal.
It's been claimed that four cats were poisoned in the Fair Green area of Ballintra in recent days.
Three of the cats received treatment and survived, however one pet passed away.
Charity 'Animals in Need Donegal' has issued an urgent appeal to people to stop putting down poison.
Jitte McMullin of the charity has made the following appeal: