An abandoned dog who was rescued by a Norfolk animal sanctuary is looking for a new home.
Ivy was found tied up and in an "emaciated" state after being dumped in woodland in Essex in December.
A passerby took her to a pound and she faced being euthanised.
However, she was rescued by Hillside Animal Sanctuary, which is based in Frettenham.
The organisation says she was "lucky to survive" as she was malnourished and in a "horrific state" when she arrived.
READ MORE: 5 dogs waiting to be adopted at Dogs Trust in Norfolk
READ MORE: 5 senior pets up for adoption at PACT sanctuary in Norfolk
She was covered in open wounds, lacerations, and scarring, and staff say she had "obvious signs" of having been used for fighting and breeding.
They believe Ivy is a Cane Corso cross.
She has no microchip but they estimate that she is around five years old.
Since her rescue, Ivy is now back to full health.
A Hillside spokesman said: "She has now reached a healthy weight and enjoys wearing her pyjamas and sleeping in her warm kennel."
She will soon be listed for adoption for a new home, without other dogs.
For more information contact Hillside Animal Sanctuary at 01603 736200.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here