A NEGLECTED dog from Bromsgrove has sadly died, prompting animal welfare officers to send out a message about pets' vaccinations.

Bianca, a terrier, was picked up by Worcestershire Regulatory Officers, from her owners who did not take her to the vets or keep up with her vaccinations.

She was found with a disease called mange which causes itchy red skin before contracting parvo, a fatal virus which attacks a dogs intestine cells.

Despite treatment, Bianca passed away.

Worcester Regulatory Services animal welfare officer, Pip Singleton, said: “This poor little girl did not deserve the hand she had been dealt and all because her owners did not take her to the vets or keep up with vaccinations.

“During lockdown more, as more people worked from home, they have gotten dogs and I am worried that as we approach freedom day, the novelty will have worn off as new owners discover what a responsibility having a pet can be, not to mention the costs.

“Before you get a dog please talk to us and if you have a pet and you are finding it all too much, let us know before it becomes too late and another little mite suffers unnecessarily.

“Finally, there’s lots of lovely dogs who need a home - remember to adopt, don’t shop!”

To talk to an animal welfare officer about getting a pet and what it entails, call 01905 822799.