A "scared and dirty" dog who was dumped in a cage beside a country road has been rescued by the RSPCA, and is starting to come out of her shell thanks to the care of kind staff.
The "terrified" spaniel, named Elsa, was abandoned in Burtle, Somerset, in January, and found by a member of the public in a horrific state, with "overgrown nails, soaking wet hair and a filthy coat".
Due to her traumatic past, Elsa fears some human touch and struggles to be affectionate - but the amazing care team at RSPCA Brent Knoll Animal Centre are showing her what it means to be loved.
