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Outrage over kangaroo joey being fed beer

A photo showing a joey kangaroo being given a beer is believed to have been circulated on social media.

Outrage over the image has led to allegations of animal abuse.

The picture was taken from a video allegedly shot in West Australian suburb of Carlisle on Friday.

The RSPCA says it's appalling and "not cool or funny", warning that forcing animals to consume alcohol can cause unnecessary pain and suffering.

"RSPCA WA is appalled to her of another case of people treating wildlife in this way," it said in a statement.

The RSPCA is outraged by the image. Source: 7 News
The RSPCA is outraged by the image. Source: 7 News

"It is certainly not cool or funny to treat defenceless wildlife like this.

"In fact, it can cause unnecessary pain and suffering for the animals.

The organisation has urged witnesses to report such incidents to its animal cruelty hotline.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the RSPCA on 1300 278 3589 or by clicking here here.