I love my cat.

My DH is a West Ham supporter and he is disgusted. He said that Moyles is obviously not an animal lover.

Trouble is a lot of these footballers are treated like gods and paid a fortune and they have such an inflated view of their own importance that they think they are untouchable. Maybe if every UK football team refused to have him play for them it might hit him where it hurts- in his pocket. He has another cat as well so both these cats should be taken from him and he should be banned from keeping any other animal. What example is he setting to the younger generation of football fans?

I hadn't heard of him either, OnwardandUpward but it said on the main news (briefly) that Essex Police are investigating.

ZoeJory thats brilliant. That was my main reason for commenting, to bump it up on the site. Great to know that public opinon counts!

Thanks Callistemon , I'd never heard of him as I'm not a fan, so didnt know where he lives. Lets hope he gets dealt with "good and proper!"

No problem Callistemon and thank you. I just hope that action is taken. I think that although West Ham say the matter will be dealt with internally the fact that they allowed him to play does not suggest to me that they are taking the matter seriously.

RSPCA and police are now getting involved. The police had initially said they weren't going to investigate. Power of public opinion has them changing their minds. Thank goodness.

As for David Moyes, he needs sacking as well. How dare he play that vile Zouma the day after this appalling footage was. taken.

Moyes and Zouma can disappear as far as I'm concerned. Disgraceful.

Moyes actually said he wanted Zouma to play because he was one of his better players?! Words fail me.

Hopefully young football fans don't get the message that it's perfectly fine to kick your cat

So, the Met Police aren't going to do anything. Is that because he's not in their area
Yes. He lives in Essex

Gwyneth

I agree Callistemon but I suspect that’s what will happen if the RSPCA do not prosecute or remove his cats. Can I make it clear that I was not implying that it should be allowed to ‘blow over’ I think you have misinterpreted my comment. If you look at my earlier comment you will see how appalled I was to hear about what happened. I have a cat myself and absolutely abhor any cruelty or abuse of animals.

I misunderstood, Gwyneth, sorry.

I hope the authorities do follow this up and read that firms are reconsidering their sponsorship of West Ham because they were appalled that he played tonight..

I couldn't watch the video. I'm so upset reading what happened and I wasn't going to comment, but in the end I am commenting because I googled and found "People who hurt animals don't stop with animals. ... This includes child abuse, domestic violence, elder abuse and other violent behaviour."

So, the Met Police aren't going to do anything. Is that because he's not in their area or because they are busy looking the other way, doing other things? No surprises about the Met Police. Sack all of them and start again!

Some animal charity needs to get involved and also, just think those men are someone's sons. How embarassing for their mother.

I agree Callistemon but I suspect that’s what will happen if the RSPCA do not prosecute or remove his cats. Can I make it clear that I was not implying that it should be allowed to ‘blow over’ I think you have misinterpreted my comment. If you look at my earlier comment you will see how appalled I was to hear about what happened. I have a cat myself and absolutely abhor any cruelty or abuse of animals.

It shouldn't be allowed to blow over.

Not just cruelty against an animal but filming it, laughing and hitting the animal when your child has picked it up is unforgivable.

Good that he’s getting booed but a bit surprised he was playing thought they’d just let it blow over.

rafichagran

He Is playing tonight and everytime he kicks the ball he is getting booed.

And my son says he has had some hard tackles and they are saying “now you know how that cat felt” and also his sponsors are looking into it as well…

He Is playing tonight and everytime he kicks the ball he is getting booed.

I can't bring myself to watch the video.It makes me cry just thinking about it.He really should be prosecuted for what he has done to that poor cat.
I have a rescue cat who is afraid of men and I wonder just what she has suffered before coming to me.

I am not on Face book but my son is telling me he’s getting a lot of stick on there. Apparently there is a cage fighter more or less saying if you think you’re so hard come and have a go at me you B*****d!!

Seen on Twitter:
I see that West Ham is playing that prick Zouma tonight! Well done David Moyes, clearly not a fan of animals!

Not my language but I agree with the sentiment - just unacceptable

It was reported that West Ham is playing tonight.
I hope he has a suspension.

He should be banned from playing as well as fined. Disgusting person! How can anyone do that to a poor defenceless animal? It's sick!

Oldwoman70

Apparently the RSPCA will only take action if they receive complaints - I suggest we all contact them and make so many complaints they can't ignore them

I have written to them and asked them to take the cat in for re-homing.

This is a truly shocking story the horrible man. I can’t see him getting a good reception when he walks out on the pitch anymore. I’m not a cat person but would never ever hurt one. Poor little thing.

Apparently the RSPCA will only take action if they receive complaints - I suggest we all contact them and make so many complaints they can't ignore them

I think the brother that filmed it should also be prosecuted.

Many people will remember the lady that put the cat in a wheely bin about 10 years ago, this far more horrific incident will stay with the footballer for life.

Appalling. Who do these footballers think they are? Entitled and overpaid. I really hope the RSPCA prosecute. A terrible example to set for young football fans. I read that he has two cats. Both should be re-homed immediately. If he has any decency he should make a contribution, out of his no doubt substantial salary, to an animal charity.

I haven’t seen it and don’t want to. I love my cat and she is very spoilt and loves me back. I have been devastated if I have accidently bumped into her when she’s got under my feet. She gets a treat and a cuddle immediately to say sorry.

Any person who mistreats animals should be horse whipped!