Ruislip & Eastcote & Northwood Gazette
Corgi found abandoned in trolley on high street
DOG IN NEED OF TREATMENT WAS LEFT COVERED IN NEWSPAPERS
A CORGI in need of veterinary treatment was found abandoned in a shopping trolley covered in newspapers and cardboard on Kensington High Street.
The pet dog, which was rescued by the RSPCA after being spotted by a passerby, has been named Lloyd due to being left outside Lloyds Bank, near the junction with Hornton Street, on Monday January 27.
Lloyd was wearing a vet cone around his neck and a sock on one of his legs when he was found, and he was taken straight to the RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital for a check up.
Lloyd’s legs and paws were red and inflamed with sores, which may have been caused by him trying to lick and bite his irritated skin. He was also infected with mites.
RSPCA inspector Phil Norman, who rescued Lloyd, said: “When I arrived to collect Lloyd he was in a cardboard box hidden under newspaper and bedding inside the trolley, which was near to some phone boxes.
“He was quite subdued, but a real gentle soul.
“There wasn’t a note left with him, and while we may never know the reason why he was left in a shopping trolley, I suspect he may have been left because he needed vet treatment.”
He has since been receiving treatment and medicated baths for his skin condition and staff at the hospital have all fallen in love with his little character.
Lloyd was not microchipped. He is described as an unneutered male, light brown and tan in colour, with a white flash at the top of his head, and is thought to be around one-year-old.
“No matter what the reason, abandoning an animal alone and in a situation like this is never okay,” added Mr Norman.
“If someone is struggling to cope there are lots of charities which run animal clinics and hospitals in London who could help if a person is struggling. “Lloyd will remain in RSPCA care while he receives treatment for his skin condition. He’s a very sweet boy and has captured the hearts of everyone who has been caring for him.” Anyone who has any information about Lloyd’s owner should contact the RSPCA appeal line on 0300 123 8018. Mr Norman said: “We know that many people will be concerned about Lloyd and want to offer him a home, but we would ask people not to call the hospital about him.
“Once Lloyd has received all the necessary treatment, he will be rehomed via one of our animal centres. If we get too many calls it can impact on people trying to contact us in an emergency.”
Anyone who is interested in offering an RSPCA rescue dog a new home can visit www.rspca.org.uk/findapet to find their perfect match.
No matter what the reason, abandoning an animal alone and in a situation like this is never okay
Phil Norman