The Scottish SPCA has issued an appeal after ten dogs were found on the A68 near Jedburgh. Some of the animals were roaming loose, while others had been shut inside a derelict building.
Scotland’s animal welfare charity was alerted to the incident on 22 August after the dogs were contained by staff at the Arthurshiel Rescue Centre.
Scottish SPCA inspector Jenny Scott said “The dogs were found in an appalling condition.
“They are so matted that at present it’s difficult to tell exactly what breed they are but we think they are some sort of poodle cross.
“The dogs were also filthy and emaciated.
“They are nervous around humans and don’t know how to walk on leads.
“We’d like to find out who these animals belong to and how they came to be in the area. If anyone recognises them, please contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
