A black and white lurcher was found chained in Cork, two weeks after being stolen from a shelter. The dog is now safe and receiving care from authorities.
The black and white lurcher was discovered by Gardai during a search. They found the dog near housing, without food or water. Its ribs and spine were visible.
Gardai are investigating the theft from the animal shelter. Meanwhile, the dog is now safe and getting food, water, and belly rubs.
On social media, Gardai shared details about the rescue. They explained the dog was distressed and abandoned.
After some inquiries, they learned the dog was stolen from a County Cork shelter.
The dog is now in a safe place and receiving the care it needs.
Gardai continue to look into the theft. Last year, another dog was found chained with puppies in West Cork.
In October, a woman in Ballincollig got her Maltese-Yorkshire Terrier back after it was stolen from her car.
A passerby saw someone leaving with the dog, which was later found in an abandoned building.
In 2023, a man in Portugal discovered his husky was smuggled from Ireland and searched for its original owners.
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