TWO dogs who were "walking skeletons" and "in such pain they were ripping their own sores" have been rescued in Redditch.

Brook and Barley were rescued from a road in Redditch and taken to the vets for urgent treatment.

The German Shepherds were in an appalling condition and were "walking skeletons, with hardly any fur, sarcoptic mange and covered in sores", according to Worcestershire Regulatory Services Animal Welfare Team.

The team named the pair and is now appealing for anyone who knows who the cruel owners are to get in touch.

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Animal Welfare Officer Pip Griffin said: “We have all had sleepless nights about these poor souls who were in such pain they were ripping their own sores.

“How can a human act so inhumanely against poor defensive creatures, causing them such pain and suffering?

“I urge the public, who will have to help foot the bill for these abhorrent actions, to help bring those responsible to justice.

“If you recognise these animals please get in touch.”

If you have information about Brook and Barley or are concerned about the welfare of any other animals please call the team on 01905 822799.