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An investigation is underway after a Staffordshire Bull Terrier was found dead in suspicious circumstances in a reservoir near Lancashire .
It is believed she had been in the reservoir for no more than two days, however it is not known whether she was alive or dead at the time prior to being found on November 29. The vet, who was concerned about the dog's condition, contacted the RSPCA and an officer collected the animal. RSPCA Animal Rescue Officer Lee Ferrans, who is looking into the incident, said: "Unfortunately this poor dog wasn’t microchipped so we haven’t been able to gather any further information that way. She’d suffered what looks like blunt force trauma to the head area, as one eye was prolapsed, but there was no sign of scuffing on her nails which could have pointed to a possible road traffic accident.
“We’d appeal to anyone who was in the area at that time and saw suspicious activity or has information that could help our investigation, to get in touch.”
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