RSPCA launches appeal to find owner of a neglected and dying dog

THE RSPCA has launched an appeal to try and trace the owners of a neglected and dying dog found in a Warrington garden.

RSPCA inspector Nadine Pengilly was called to an address in the town after a neighbour spotted the dog collapsed in a garden in St Katherine’s Way.
The RSPCA was told residents at the property had been providing temporary care for Roxy, after they found her straying near a phone box in the street – but couldn’t afford the vet care she needed.”

Nadine found Roxy in pain and with a burst mammary tumour – which was the size of a fist, while the smell from the wound was overpowering.
She rushed her to the RSPCA’s Greater Manchester Animal Hospital but a vet found she was anaemic and had developed sepsis through her untreated wound. The sad decision was made to put her to sleep to prevent further suffering.
Nadine is now keen to trace the person who owned Roxy – who was not microchipped – and left her without veterinary treatment.
She said: “Poor Roxy was in a terrible state – the burst mammary gland left a gaping hole the size of a fist. The smell of infection was overwhelming and she was obviously in pain – it was heartbreaking to see.
“The person at the address where she was found said they came across her on their street about a week before and temporarily took her in – but couldn’t afford the vet treatment she needed.
“I am really keen to find the person who owned this poor dog and left her in this dying state with no help. I am hoping someone may recognise her and help with the investigation.
“There is never an excuse not to take a pet to a vet and there is help and support out there for people if needed.”

Anyone with information as to who owned the dog should call the RSPCA appeals line on 0300 123 8018.
The RSPCA has recently opened a telephone helpline to support callers who are worried about the cost of living crisis – 0300 123 0650 – open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. The charity has also created a dedicated Cost of Living Hub with practical help and advice on our website.
To help the RSPCA continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals in desperate need of care please visit their website or call the donation line on 0300 123 8181.