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Telegraph
2 days ago
- Telegraph
Dog dies after being dumped at home following walk in 27C heat
A dog was found dead by its owner after a walker dumped the exhausted pet at its home following a walk in 27C heat. Dave McGhee, who runs Dave's Dugs, left Shelby, an English Bulldog, in its owner's home in Bellshill, North Lanarkshire, Scotland, after the walk. Mandy Lawrie, a 63-year-old grandmother, returned home to find the two-year-old dog dead on the living room floor. Mr McGhee told Ms Lawrie's daughter he had taken Shelby on a 20-minute walk and the pet was returned to the house with no ill-effects. But a neighbour's doorbell camera captured him carrying the dog up the garden path before it was left in the house. The clip confirmed Shelby was returned to the house almost an hour after it was picked up. Mr McGhee has since apologised for the incident. Ms Lawrie's daughter Michelle said: 'We were shocked watching the footage. She looked lifeless. It was distressing seeing her in that condition. We couldn't believe it. 'My mum has multiple sclerosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. She's not fit to take the dogs out so that's why she relies on Dave.' Ms Lawrie's daughter added that her mother had been traumatised after finding Shelby. She said: 'Shelby was a bubbly wee dog. She usually runs to the front door when she hears us coming in but the house was quiet when we arrived. We walked in and she was lying dead on the living room floor. My mum is traumatised. 'I don't know how she will cope... Her other dog Raven was just staring at Shelby's body wondering why she wouldn't move. It broke our hearts.' 'Threats of violence' The 41-year-old also hit out at McGhee for failing to seek veterinary treatment for Shelby, saying: 'He made no attempt to get her to a vet or even call us to say she was unwell. 'English Bulldogs struggle in the heat due because of their short muzzles, never mind being outside for an hour. It's disgusting. The way that this has happened is outrageous.' In a statement to the Daily Record, Mr McGhee said: 'I am deeply sorry for the loss of Shelby. I have been walking dogs for over two years and have always prioritised their well-being. What began as a tragedy has unfortunately led to threats of violence. I will not be commenting further.' Animal welfare charity the SSPCA confirmed that an investigation was ongoing. A Police Scotland spokesman said: 'Around 5.15pm on Tuesday, Aug 12, we received a report of a dead dog at a property in Mossend, Bellshill. Appropriate advice was given to the reporter and there is no further police involvement.'
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
When should dog owners seek vet help for overheating as bulldog dies after 27C walk
A granny in Bellshill found her dog dead after a walker had taken it out in 27C heat. A dog owner in Belshill was left heartbroken after her dog was taken out by a professional walker in 27C- and died shortly after. Mandy Lawrie, 63, returned home to find her two-year-old English Bulldog Shelby passed away on the floor, after CCTV revealed her dog walker had carried the heat exhausted pup back to the house. Dave McGhee, who runs Dave's Dugs, has since apologised, after initially saying that the dog was fine when she was dropped back at the house- until the footage proved otherwise. The walker has been slammed for not seeking advice from a vet when it was clear that the pooch was unwell on Tuesday, August 14. But what are the signs of heat exhaustion in dogs that were clearly missed by the professional walker, and when should you seek advice from a vet? British Veterinary Association President Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux says: 'Each summer, vets see pets suffering from heat-related problems and illnesses, such as heatstroke, breathing problems, burnt paw pads and sunburn. Unfortunately, these can often be fatal." We've rounded up some advice from the British Veterinary Association to make sure you can keep your pet safe in summer, including exactly when you should take your pet to the vet. Here's everything you need to know. Advice for walking your dog in the heat and when to see a vet The vets share the following advice on their website for protecting your dog when walking them in hot weather: Don't exercise dogs in the hottest parts of the day: especially older dogs, overweight dogs, flat-faced breeds or dogs that you know have heart or lung problems. Stick to early morning or late evening walks. Do the five-second tarmac test before taking a dog out for a walk- put your palm flat on the tarmac for five seconds, and if it feels too hot for you, it's too hot for your dog's paws. Never leave dogs in vehicles. If you see a dog in distress inside a hot car, call 999. The Kennel Club adds that walking on grass or shady dirt paths is safer for your pooch's paws than hot pavements. If heatstroke or any other heat-related condition is suspected, take your pets to a cool, well-ventilated place, give them small amounts of cold water to drink, and pour cold water over them to cool them down. Seek immediate advice from your vet if you think your dog is showing signs for heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Signs of heat exhaustion in dogs The first sign that your dog is overheating is excessive panting. If this occurs, take action immediately to cool down your pet. Once overheating has developed, your dog may also: Become restless and show discomfort Vomit or have diarrhoea Drool excessively Have an increased heart rate Lose coordination, have seizures or muscle tremors If your pooch develops any of these symptoms, contact a vet immediately. The exact temperature that's too hot to walk your dog The experts at Kennel Club share a guide on their website that details exactly which temperatures are ideal for your dog to exercise and which are too hot for your pup to be outside. Temperatures below 12C are described as perfect walking weather when your dog will be comfortable and ready to explore. If the mercury is ranging between 12-19C, conditions are safe for most dogs, but keep an eye out for signs of overheating if they're running around a lot. When the weather is 20-23C, however, owners should start to take precautions. Stick to shaded areas, keep walks short, and bring water. And 24-26C is risky territory. The experts recommend only taking your dog out if it's absolutely necessary, and making it a quick, shady stroll. And finally, if the mercury is 27C or above, it's simply too dangerous to walk your dog. Stay indoors or let them relax in a cool, shaded area instead. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
