Dog with chronic skin condition found in Troon
Published 16 Jan 2012 09:30
The Scottish SPCA is appealing for information after a dog with a severe
skin condition was found in Troon.
Scotland's animal welfare charity was alerted after a member of the
public spotted the male lurcher crossbreed on Wallace Avenue in the
South Ayrshire town and handed him in to a local vets surgery on Sunday
8 January.
The ten year old dog is microchipped but unfortunately the details have
not been kept up to date. He is registered as being called Sandy and is
now being cared for at the Scottish SPCA's Glasgow Animal Rescue and
Rehoming Centre.
Inspector Kerry Kirkpatrick said, "Poor Sandy was in a terrible state
when he was found.
"He is suffering from a chronic skin condition and has lost a lot of
hair from his body, leaving only a strip along his back.
"Sandy's condition will be very painful and irritating but he is now
receiving treatment to make him more comfortable.
"Aside from his skin problem, Sandy is a healthy weight and has a very
loving nature which suggests he has been someone's pet until recently.
"He could be a stray but we can't rule out the possibility he has been
abandoned.
"We are asking anyone who recognises Sandy to contact us as soon as
possible."
Allowing an animal to be caused unnecessary suffering is an offence that
carries stiff penalties. Anyone found guilty of doing so can be banned
from keeping animals for a fixed period or life.
Anyone with information about Sandy is urged to call the Scottish SPCA
Animal Helpline on 03000 999 999.
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