Search continues for owner of Staffie handed in to north rescue centre
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The search goes on for the owner of Zero, the microchipped Staffordshire bull terrier handed in to a Highland animal rescue centre last week, even though interest in the animal has been "high".
The Scottish SPCA told the Northern Times this morning (Sunday, August 16) that there had been plenty of response to their appeal, but as yet no claimants had come forward.
The charity is appealing for information after the dog was handed in to its Caithness and Sutherland Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre.
Later the same day another dog was spotted running free in the Durness area, North Sutherland.
A member of the public had managed to contain Zero, on August 7, the male white Staffie contained as his lead had become tangled around his legs.
Senior inspector Andy Brown said “The staffie is very friendly and has a lovely nature. He has been made comfortable at the centre.
“He was found with his collar and lead still attached.
“The same day we received a call regarding an injured stray dog scared and frightened running in and out of the traffic on the busy single track road.
"The brindle rottweiler cross has been seen in the Laid area a few miles along from Durness. He also has his lead and collar still attached.
“He is lame and very scared. If people do see him, please do not approach him. We don’t believe he is dangerous but if he is cornered, he may react negatively due to fear.
“If anyone does see him, contact us immediately with the location details.
“From the staffie’s microchip, we found his name is Zero and is registered in the Linwood area near Paisley. Initial enquiries also point to connections in Pollockshaws and Johnstone.
“We are keen to trace the owners of these dogs as soon as possible. If anyone recognises them, please contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”