The dog's eye appeared to have been eaten by maggots, as has some of her face.  This is criminal neglect, but the Sanctuary simply does not have the resources at this time to prosecute.  Also, the cases of neglect here are quite numerous, so the priority is the immediate welfare of the dog.  If we prosecute every owner at fault, we will be tied up in court cases for a prolonged period of time, at great expense.

We called this poor baby Nellie. She will need long term treatment and surgery - which is always risky with Shih Tzus as they often have adverse reactions to anaesthesia.  After cleaning out her wound, and intensive treatment, after just a month it became apparent that the eye was undamaged; sometimes maggots eat away at diseased or dead flesh, and in Nellie's case, there was enough healthy tissue left to begin the rebuilding process.  We wish only the best for her and a full recovery.