RSPCA Cymru is appealing for information after a dead puppy was discovered on a riverbank next to the River Usk in Brecon.

The upsetting discovery was made on October 15 near Walnut Square by a member of the public, who alerted the RSPCA.

Animal Rescue Officer Jess Parkyn, who collected the puppy, said it was a newborn crossbreed and had not been microchipped. It is not yet known whether the puppy was male or female.

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The upsetting discovery was made by a member of the public on October 15
The upsetting discovery was made by a member of the public on October 15 (RSPCA Cymru)

“We don’t know what the cause of death was or what has happened, so we are appealing for anyone with any first hand information to give us a call,” said Jess.

“The puppy had no apparent injuries, but due to the body being left where it was, it is suspicious and we’d like to find out what happened.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the RSPCA Inspectorate Appeal line on 0300 123 8018, quoting reference number 01657726.