An elderly cat called Slick was reportedly killed after a hungry hawk smashed through a patio screen at a California home and attacked it. The incident highlights the potential danger posed by birds of prey to domestic pets, particularly when animals are outside in areas that appear enclosed but are not fully protected.

The supplied article text does not include further reporting details, such as the location, date, witnesses or the type of hawk involved. It also does not state whether Slick’s owner took any action following the attack or whether wildlife officials commented.