The Shih Tzu/terrier cross, called Oliver, was abandoned outside Birmingham Dogs Home’s Wolverhampton rescue centre last month and was in a terrible state when he was found
A neglected dog dumped outside a rescue centre ‘changed colour’ after being given a much-needed bath.
The animal’s matted fur was first believed to be black and dark brown. A good groom, however, revealed a fluffy, golden coat as he was literally transformed into a different beast. The Shih Tzu/terrier cross was discovered outside Birmingham Dogs Home’s Wolverhampton rescue centre. Centre staff said Oliver was freezing, petrified, and badly neglected and needed around-the-clock care during his recovery.
The dog was nervous and scared when he was first taken under the rescue’s wing, but is now a “very loving, happy chap” in need of a new home. Fi Harrison from the centre said: “It was clear that he had been neglected for many months and his matted, filthy coat was causing him a lot of discomfort and stress.
Oliver the dog after his bath ( Image: Birmingham Dog’s Home / SWNS)
“We were amazed to see he had a much lighter coloured coat when all of the dirt was finally washed away. Over the last few weeks this brave little lad has been receiving round the clock care from our dedicated team and fantastic support from our amazing supporters who have been donating to our charity to help us fund his care. ”
His personality has transformed along with his appearance as he has learnt to trust his carers and changed from being a very nervous and scared boy to a very loving, happy chap who is a true delight to be around. We are hoping he will be adopted very soon.
“The home’s Facebook page talked about Oliver’s adorability. It posted: “He is very loving and gives us the biggest smile when we greet him. He is still very nervous, which is to be expected considering what he has been through, but he is a true delight to be around,” reports Birmingham Live.
“He is now ready to start looking for his loving new home.”In a separate incident, SPCA officers launched a hunt for cruel pet owner after a dying dog was found dumped in a bin bag behind a Tesco. The abandoned animal was found next to rubbish in the Yardley area.
The bull breed, possibly an XL Bully, was unable to stand because of breaks to his neck, back, legs, and ribs. He was covered in his own waste, severely underweight, and had mange.
The neglected dog, around six months old, was rushed to Birmingham Animal Hospital, but died while on the treatment table. The RSPCA appealed for information about the “heartless” person responsible for the “sickening” incident.
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