'It’s heartbreaking to see a dog abandoned in this way' - 'Seriously ill' dog found dumped at Walsall nature reserve has to be put down

The female French bulldog was discovered with a bleeding prolapse hanging from her body in Rough Wood Country Park near Bloxwich at 1.20pm on February 11.

The member of the public who found the pooch, described by the RSPCA as being "seriously ill", took her home.

The dog was later euthanised by vets due to the "severity" of her condition, animal rescue officer George Mackie said. 

The animal welfare charity is now appealing for information about where she came from and who was responsible for abandoning her.

Mr Mackie, who is investigating for RSPCA, said: “It’s heartbreaking to see a dog abandoned in this way, especially at this time of the year when the weather is so cold. 

"She was in a very sad state when I rushed her to see a vet. We suspect she has been used for breeding before being abandoned. She had a prolapse, very overgrown nails and a skin condition.

“She was microchipped but it wasn’t registered so we’re keen to find out where she came from and how she came to be in this terrible state. 

"Unfortunately because of the severity of her condition she sadly had to be put to sleep by vets.

“We know that she’d have been unable to walk to where she was dumped herself so someone must have left her there. 

"We’re really keen to hear from anyone who recognises her or who knows where she’s been."

Anyone with information that could help the RSPCA with its investigation should call 0300 123 8018, quoting incident number 01446990.