Horrific discovery of dead dog dumped in Wolverhampton canal prompts appeal for info
Warning: Readers may find the image below distressing.
The RSPCA is appealing for information after the horrific discovery of a dead dog, dumped in a canal in Wolverhampton in full view of passersby.
The chestnut brown bulldog-type dog, thought to be around three or four years old, was found by a member of the public in the canal between Lower Horseley Felds and Wednesfield Road at around midday on Saturday (March 22).
It is unknown how the dog died but he had large patches of fur loss consistent with flea burden, the RSPCA said.
RSPCA animal rescue officer Holly Temple attended the scene and removed the dog from the canal. No microchip was found on him.
She said: “This is an incredibly tragic incident and a distressing scene to witness.
“I’d predict the dog had been in the water for 24 to 48 hours.
"This is a public place where people could be out with young children - to be walking along a canal and see something so awful must be very upsetting.
“If anyone saw anything or thinks they may know this dog’s owner, please get in touch with us so we can find out what happened to this poor dog.”
The animal welfare charity is appealing for information from the public and asking for anyone who thinks they may have seen something to contact them on the inspectorate appeal line 0300 123 8018.
