Summary
In a shocking incident that has sparked outrage across the internet, a streamer on theTwitchrival, Kick platform, finds himself at the center of controversy after a distressing live-streaming moment in which he was seen physically kicking his cat out of bed. Viewers who tuned into the stream witnessed the heart-wrenching scene, leaving many appalled and condemning the streamer’s actions. WhileKick promises to offer much more relaxed ban policies than Twitch, such incidents serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of having strict policies in place.
Unfortunately, in the ever-evolving world of streaming, there have been numerous cases of animal abuse over time. For example, in 2019, prominent femaleTwitch streamer Alinity faced accusations after a viral clip from her stream showed her throwing her catover her head. Furthermore, another troubling clip emerged showcasing Alinity engaging in a dangerous act that put her cat’s health at risk. In this clip, she deceived her pet into licking vodka from her lips, which is highly toxic for cats, even in small amounts.
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Regrettably, on July 19, the streaming community was once again witness to another incident of this nature during the live stream of a controversial Kick streamer who goes by the alias “Suspendas.” In a “sleep stream,” while the broadcaster was still awake, his pet cat jumped onto his bed. Instead of responding with care and empathy, Suspendas forcefully kicked the innocent animal off his bed when it attempted to walk over his body. This shocking display of cruelty left many people outraged, prompting them to voice their condemnation on social media. For instance, one user questioned whether this behavior constitutes animal abuse and wondered if theTrainwreck-backed platform Kickallows such actions to go unchecked. The video can be foundhere, but viewer discretion is advised as it contains distressing events.
It remains uncertain if Kick will take any action against Suspendas. However, it is worth noting that back in February,Twitch issued a permanent ban to a Polish Twitch streamer named Sideneukeafter a disturbing incident went viral. The streamer appeared to have run over a dog with a car while live streaming. Surprisingly, she later moved to Kick where she was allowed to continue streaming.
This raises significant concerns about the responsibility of streaming platforms likeTwitchand Kick in addressing abusive or harmful behavior, particularly towards animals. In light of such incidents, these platforms can make a substantial difference by establishing clear guidelines and policies. By implementing transparent and well-defined rules, they can create an environment that holds content creators and viewers accountable for their actions.
