An abandoned dog was left living in "horrendous conditions" outside without food or water, relying solely on the kind neighbours to feed her.
The 12-month-old Staffy cross named Rita was hungry, thirsty and "begging for attention" after spending six months alone in her owner's garden.
When staff at Carla Lane Animals in Need in Liverpool were called to rescue Rita, she was found in a "dangerous yard" filled with hazardous debris and hadn't drank anything for days.
