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The flea-ridden body of an emaciated dog was found in a bin in a Lancashire town.
The RSPCA is now appealing for information following the shocking discovery.
The poor dog was found in a bin in Chesterfield Road, Blackpool, on Sunday April 14.
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.
“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.”
If you have information about Lady, call 0300 123 8018, quoting reference 1251219.
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