A dog was found wandering the streets in an “appalling” condition with overgrown nails and matted fur.

The female spaniel, who has been named Ramona, was found straying yesterday (August 3) in Queenborough.

She is not chipped and is suffering from mange.

She also has “red weepy eyes” and is believed to have been bred from.

Swale Borough Council Stray Dog Service said: “This is prolonged neglect. Under section 9 (1) of the Animal Welfare 2006, a person commits an offence if they don't protect an animal from pain, injury, suffering and disease.

“There is no excuse for this kind of cruelty.”

Once Ramona has served her seven days, the service will start the process of finding her a rescue space.

To donate items to her, they can be sent to or dropped off at the council’s office in East Street, Sittingbourne, with a note stating F.A.O Dog Warden

If you have any information regarding this dog, please contact SBC on 01795 417850.