The Scottish SPCA is appealing for information after four puppies were found abandoned at the side of a road "like rubbish".
Scotland’s animal welfare charity was alerted by a vigilant member of the public on July 4 after the pups were spotted on the B743 road between Strathaven in South Lanarkshire and Muirkirk in East Ayrshire .
The dogs - believed to be collie cross types and around two to four-months-old - were all underweight and one has a broken leg.
The Scottish SPCA is unsure whether the injury was present at the time of the pups being abandoned or if it happened as a result of being left at the roadside and hit by a vehicle.
Scottish SPCA inspector Dawn Robertson said: "We were notified by a member of the public who discovered the pups at around midday.
"Thankfully these puppies were found before any serious harm could come to them. They are currently being cared for at one of our rescue centres where they will receive all the care and attention they deserve.
“These poor puppies were dumped at the side of a road like rubbish, with no regard for their safety or wellbeing. I would urge anyone with information regarding the incident to contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”
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