Dog found impaled ‘like a crucifixion’ on metal fence in Leeds

A DOG had to be rescued after impaling itself “like a crucifixion” on railings in Leeds – possibly while chasing potential mates.
By The Newsroom
Published 22nd Oct 2014, 10:36 BST
The injured dog with veterinary Nurse Sarah DerbyshireThe injured dog with veterinary Nurse Sarah Derbyshire
The injured dog with veterinary Nurse Sarah Derbyshire

The male cross-breed was spotted by residents hanging from metal fencing on Foundry Mill Drive in Gipton today.

RSPCA inspectors were called and discovered the dog suspended by its front paws.

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They safely removed it and took it to Beechwood vets in Crossgates for treatment.

Carol Neale, from the RSPCA, said: “It was just hanging there, not making any noise. I suspect it had been there for quite a while.

“Residents saw it and called us – they were absolutely horrified.

“The spikes had gone through both its paws – like a crucifixion.

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“It suggests to me, because it’s an adult male, it may have been going through the gardens chasing the ladies and just hasn’t cleared the fence.”

The dog – which is tan and white coloured and has been christened ‘Digit’ – is thought to be a stray, but the RSPCA wants to hear from anyone who believes it belongs to them. Their number is 0300 1234999.