RSPCA officers are hunting a cruel pet owner after a dying dog was found dumped in a bin bag behind a Birmingham Tesco. The abandoned animal was discovered next to rubbish in Church Road, Yardley, at around 1.30pm on Sunday, January 7.
The bull breed, possibly an XL bully, was unable to stand because of breaks to his neck, back, legs and ribs. He was covered in his own waste, severely underweight and had mange.
The neglected dog, around six-months-old, was rushed to Birmingham Animal Hospital but he died while on the treatment table. The RSPCA appealed for information about the “heartless” person responsible for the “sickening” incident. BirminghamLive has decided not to use images of the dog.
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Beccie Doherty, animal rescue officer at the charity, said: “This poor dog was terrified, in pain and covered in his own waste as he was unable to stand to go to the toilet. It’s sickening that someone chose to treat an animal in this heartless way – and even more distressing to think they simply dumped him to die in a bag they decided to throw away.
“The people who found him kindly tried their best to make him comfortable. Sadly, he was barely alive when I arrived. He was completely emaciated, covered in mange and had broken bones.
“I rushed him to RSPCA Birmingham Animal Hospital where vets and nurses tried everything to stabilise him. Unfortunately he died on the table.
“It’s without a doubt distressing to see an animal who has been mistreated by humans in this way. This is the sad reality of animal rescue at a time we’re seeing a rise in such cases. I just hope someone will recognise him and help us track down those responsible for leaving him to die in a bag with such horrendous injuries and in such a neglected state.”
Anyone with information should contact the animal charity by calling 0300 123 8018.
William Turner is a seasoned U.K. correspondent with a deep understanding of domestic affairs. With a passion for British politics and culture, he provides insightful analysis and comprehensive coverage of events within the United Kingdom.
