Badly injured dog named JFK on the mend at DSPCA

The 8-year-old dog, named JFK, is now showing signs of improvement after nearly four weeks at the rescue centre.

In a statement, a DSPCA spokesperson said the dog had been through “a really tough and painful few weeks”.

“His injuries were so severe, and our veterinary team was very concerned about him. His little face was terribly swollen, and he had dreadful wounds and swelling around his neck,” Gillian Bird of the DSPCA said.

“His journey to recovery has been filled with ups and downs, with some very difficult days where he was very withdrawn.

“He is progressing much better and will soon be placed in foster care to aid his recovery,” she added.

Last year, the animal rescue centre reported a 35pc increase in the number of animals requiring its services compared to the previous year.

Established in 1840, the DSPCA rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes an average of over 2,500 animals annually through its adoption and foster programs.

Last year, the DSPCA also noted a record number of abandoned animals and a significant rise in requests to take in unwanted pets, prompting them to advise future pet owners to “adopt, don’t shop”.

The DSPCA is now appealing for donations from the public to support their ongoing work.