Hatchet attack on dog at SA golf course prompts public appeal

Hatchet attack on dog at SA golf course prompts public appeal

A kelpie that was found with "horrific" head wounds at an Adelaide Hills golf course has prompted the RSPCA to issue a public appeal for information. Warning: This story contains details some readers may find distressing.

RSPCA appeal for information after dog found with severe head injuries

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT RSPCA South Australia is appealing for public help after a black Kelpie was found tethered to a tree with severe head injuries, with staff saying they believe the dog had been struck multiple times with a splitting hatchet. The female Kelpie was discovered by a member of the public at the Nairne Golf Course just inside the boundary adjacent to Old Princes Hwy, Nairne at around 1pm on Sunday March 21st. The hatchet used t…