article_snippet: But yesterday the 17-year-old ginger tom's money-spinning empire was in danger of crumbling after Louis was accused of turning nasty – and attacking dogs 'like a wild lion'.
article_snippet: Louis has been linked to at least three fights with dogs in recent weeks and locals fear there could be more.
article_snippet: As news of the scandal spread, however, a 'Fans of Louis group sprang to the moggy's defence.
article_snippet: But out there on the mean streets, it is alleged, Louis became a dangerous, feral beast. '
article_snippet: The Cathedral staff believe Louis is a victim of mistaken identity and is being unjustly persecuted .
highlights_snippet: But local dog owners say Louis the cat has become feral and attacking local dog owners pets .
  
highlights_snippet: the cat has set on their pets 'like a wild lion' in three incidents reported so far .