Police release shocking photos of emaciated dogs abandoned in kennel in Sheffield without food or water

Officers at South Yorkshire Police have released shocking photos of four Bully breed dogs as part of their investigation of an animal cruelty case. 

The four dogs were discovered on Wednesday, June 26, at a property on Wolfe Road, Fox Hill, following concerns that they had been abandoned in a kennel outside. They were found without access to food or water, in a state of distress, emaciated and covered in faeces.

They were taken to a vet to undergo health checks, where they were found to be dehydrated and malnourished. They also had lesions on their bodies and appeared to have previously had multiple litters of puppies.

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The dogs are now being held at a police kennel facility, where they are being cared for.

Chief Inspector Emma Cheney, leading the work on dangerous dogs in South Yorkshire, said: “Prior to the legislation changing for XL Bullys, bull breed dogs were desirable, and the likelihood is that these dogs would have made their owners a lot of money by being excessively bred but now they have been left to die.

“Animal cruelty will not be tolerated in South Yorkshire, and we will do all we can to find those responsible and put them before the courts.

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we’re keen to hear from anyone who has information to identify those responsible. If you believe you can help us, get in touch.”

You can contact the force online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 1008 of June 25 2024.

If you prefer to provide information anonymously you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.