A dog was reportedly found tied up without any food or water - with a sign saying he was looking for a new family. The woman who found the dog, named Woody, outside a house in Stafford said she could not believe what she was seeing.
The Good Samaritan, named only as Sophie, said the poor pooch was wearing a shock collar - an electronic device that emits an electronic pulse to stop unwanted behaviour in cats or dogs that has long been criticised for being cruel by animal welfare campaigners, including RSPCA Cymru.
A handwritten sign that was allegedly found near the tied-up canine read: "Hello! My name is Woody. I am looking for a family. I love children and am cat friendly. If interested, please give the door a knock." The note was signed off with a picture of a paw print, BirminghamLive reports.
