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Gudja Stray Dog Scotty Found With 200 Lead Pellets Shot Into His Body At Risk Of Lead Poisoning

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A stray dog who was shot full of lead pellets is at risk of lead poisoning and must have a tumour removed after being rescued and taken for treatment.

Scotty had been found severely injured in Gudja a few days ago, and is believed to have been shot repeatedly, leading to up to 200 lead pellets being found inside his body.

“Writing this with a lump in my stomach, feeling sick to my core!! I cannot bear to witness or hear of any more suffering!!” the canine support group Rescued Is My Favourite Breed – Malta, posted to Facebook a few days

After being found in a terrible condition, Scotty was taken for treatment – and his rescuers were shocked with what they found.

“Following some concerns, X-rays were taken to find he has all these lead pellets inside his little body! Some 200 of them!! Can you imagine?! He was shot multiple times! Why, just why do they have to suffer so much in their little lives?” the group asked.

“Scotty needs surgery and we want to help out his fosterer, a kind soul who already spends most of her salary to help animals in need. If you can help with a donation, please send us a message.”

The pellets might have to remain inside the dog’s body since vets are concerned it would be too traumatic for the dog to have them all removed

Veterinaries have said his blood will also need to be monitored for lead poisoning. As if the pellets weren’t bad enough, vets discovered that Scotty also has a tumour attached to a muscle in one of his hind legs – and he might need to be sent abroad to have it removed.

“If he survives, it is likely that Scotty will always walk with a limp. The operation is booked for early next week. We will keep you updated with his progress. Thank you once again for your generosity. If we collect more money than we need for Scotty they will be used for other dogs in need, God knows how many we come across every day.”

Johnathan is an award-winning Maltese journalist interested in social justice, politics, minority issues, music and food. Follow him at @supreofficialmt on Instagram, and send him news, food and music stories at [email protected]

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