The “stunning discovery” got here a day earlier than the introduction of guidelines to crack down on XL bully dogs.
Monday 1 January 2024 22:07, UK
An XL bully has been discovered lifeless with burn marks on its legs and a fractured cranium in south London, the RSPCA has mentioned.
The animal welfare charity is interesting for data after the canine was present in an alleyway in Waltham Road, Carshalton, with its burnt legs sure collectively.
An RSPCA spokesperson mentioned one of many canine’s ears had additionally been reduce off.
The discovery, which the charity referred to as “stunning,” got here on 30 December – a day earlier than the beginning of a ban on the breed.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak introduced the restrictions earlier this yr after branding the breed a “hazard to communities” following a string of assaults.
People have till 31 January to use for an exemption certificates to maintain their canine – and will need to have it neutered, microchipped and insured.
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The RSPCA, which opposes the ban, beforehand warned it might result in an inflow of the dogs being taken to animal shelters or deserted.
Harriet Daliday, RSPCA inspector, mentioned: “It is deeply regarding that the canine was discovered along with his legs tied collectively and had been set on hearth.
“The canine additionally had one among his ears reduce off.
“We are interesting for anybody who has any details about this incident to contact us in full confidence.”
Those with data can contact the RSPCA’s appeals line quoting reference 01202686.