Scampi is now being looked after by the Scottish SPCA
An investigation has been launched after a defenceless dog was tied up and abandoned in Rosyth.
The shocking incident happened outside International Decorative Surfaces in the town’s Caledonia Heights on Wednesday May 9.
An eye witness saw two men get out a black Mondeo, tie the dog to a fence, take a photo and then drive away.
The dog, a Saluki cross type, was found tied up by a boot lace to the wooden fence.
Now named Scampi, the poor pooch is now in the care of the Scottish SPCA and is being looked after at its Edinburgh centre.
Inspector Nicola Liddell said: “Other than an injury to her ear, Scampi is doing well.”
The animal welfare charity is now appealing for information about the crime and about Scampi’s owner.
“If anyone can shed any light on who owns this dog we would urge them to contact us.”
Abandoning an animal is an offence under the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006. Anyone found guilty of doing so can expect to be banned from keeping animals for a fixed period or life.
Anyone with information is being urged to contact the Scottish SPCA animal helpline on 03000 999999.
