Missing chicken found covered in white emulsion paint with tinsel wrapped around its beak

A missing chicken was found doused in white emulsion paint with tinsel wrapped around its beak. The bird was found by a member of the public in Rhymney, south-east Wales. The RSPCA is now appealing for information, after the chicken, called Lambie, was reunited with her owner.



Animal collection officer Gary Lucas said: “The chicken was found covered with what transpired to be emulsion paint. The spread of paint suggested that it had been done deliberately. The chicken was taken to a veterinary surgery and washed and blow dried twice. Fortunately, it was emulsion paint and it was washable, and the chicken was fine.”

Gary tracked down owner Ellen Campbell, who said Lambie had gone missing overnight between January 18 and 19. Ellen, who lives near to where Lambie was found, said: “I could not believe my ears when I heard she was found covered in paint. We’ve had Lambie since May.



“She seems fine now and is back with the other hens.” Gary said: “The owner was really pleased to get her chicken, who is one of six birds, back. We are now appealing for information to try to find out who did this. It is just so unusual – who would have done this and why?” Anyone who may have information about this incident should contact the RSPCA.