Scottish SPCAThe body of a Doberman has been discovered stuffed in a gym bag and dumped beside a canal in Midlothian.
A member of the public found the dead dog within a Nike holdall at the side of the Union Canal in Hermiston on Monday.
The Scottish SPCA confirmed the Doberman was not microchipped and that it was in very poor condition.
They are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Scottish SPCA Inspector Thorburn, said: “We found the body of a male black and tan Doberman dog at Union Canal Hermiston. He was inside a grey and black Nike holdall bag.
Scottish SPCA“The dog isn’t microchipped and appears to have been dead for some time.
“He was also in very poor body condition.
“It is unknown what has happened, so we are asking if anyone has any information surrounding the circumstances of this dog, to call our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
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