Investigation launched after starving and flea-ridden dog found dumped in bin

An investigation has been launched after a dog was found starving to death in a bin in Blackpool.

The dog, called Lady, was found in a bin in Chesterfield Road on Sunday 14 April. The person who found the animal took the whippet-type dog to a local vet, who was so shocked by the dog’s condition that they contacted the RSPCA.

RSPCA Animal Rescue Officer Kelly Nix, who is looking into the incident, said: “This poor dog’s body is emaciated, with all her rib bones visible - she was clearly in a very poor condition when she died and she was covered in fleas.

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“She was microchipped, so we know her name is Lady and she was 11 years old. However, our enquiries have been unable to trace her last owner. We’re urging anyone who has any information which will help us to get in touch.”

Anyone with information about Lady is asked to call 0300 123 8018 quoting reference 1251219.