Two neglected dogs found in West Midlands park - sparking RSPCA appeal
The RSPCA is appealing for information after two severely neglected dogs were found abandoned at a park in the West Midlands.
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The dogs, who have been named Mimi and Murphy, had been left in Coventry War Memorial Park on February 9 before being rescued by a kind-hearted member of the public.
Coventry City Council's dog warden was contacted and the animals were handed over. Both of them were in very poor physical condition and health, with a skin condition which meant they were covered in scabs and missing most of their fur.
Unfortunately, due to their suffering they had to be put down.
RSPCA Inspector Laura Brewerton, who is investigating for the animal welfare charity, said: “It’s heartbreaking to see how both these dogs had been left. I’m really keen to find out what happened to them and who allowed these dogs to get into such an awful state.
"They were taken to the dog warden by the person who found them but did not have microchips for us to find out any more about them.
“Whilst being cared for by the dog warden, they received treatment for a number of days because they were really struggling in very poor health. Unfortunately, they didn’t respond to treatment and sadly had to be euthanised because of the severity of their condition.
“Anyone who can help can call RSPCA’s appeals line on 0300 123 8018 quoting incident - 01446701.”
