Miya and Mary appeal

Below is a message from Mary, who has been doing greyhound rescue work in Ireland since 1992. Mary is desperate for funds to help Miya and the other greyhounds she saves from death and suffering. Greyhound Action has decided to set up an appeal to help her.

Photos show terrible condition Miya was in when Mary found her.

If you would like to contribute towards her excellent work, please make cheques payable to Greyhound Action, write Miya Appeal on the back and send to Miya Appeal, Greyhound Action, PO Box 127, Kidderminster, DY10 3UZ, England.

About Miya

"I Got a call last Sat night at 10.30 from some people who had found a dog `dying`on their doorstep, so off I went. When I got there around 11, I thought the dog was already dead. she was cold and rigid.

Managed to rouse her and got her into the car and brought her home. The heat in the car helped bring her round somewhat and she drank some warm milk for me, but she was so low I stayed up with her nearly all night talking to her and stroking her gently.

Around 4am it seemed that she was not going to give up after all so I let her rest. She was riddled with fleas, lice and, of course, mange.

She is not a tattoed dog, mostly likely not considered good enough when a pup or bred by travellers - which is where I am sure she came from. She only weighs 20lbs right now and is severely malnourished and run down.

She will take months to recover from this ordeal physically and mentally, and she is only around 12 months old!"

About Kate

Kate is an 8 week old greyhound pup. She was found in a very weak state. Kate is suffering from sarcoptes mange which caused her to loose most of her body hair. She is severely malnourished. Kate is terrified of people and cowers in fear when you approach.

Kate is currently in the veterinary hospital. She is receiving emergency treatment. Kate is so hungry but she can only be fed small amounts.

We will do everything we possibly can to save Kate's life. The odd's however are stacked against this beautiful little pup. Katie is one of ten pups who were abandoned in Limerick today.