Overview

• Neighbour’s doorbell camera captured Shelby being carried back limp at around 11:20 am, contradicting the walker’s claim of a 20-minute shaded stroll.
• Police Scotland recorded a report of a dead dog and has no further involvement, while the SSPCA has opened an animal welfare investigation into the walker’s conduct.
• Dog walker Dave McGhee apologized for Shelby’s death and says he has always prioritised animal wellbeing, adding that he has faced threats since the footage emerged.
• PDSA veterinary experts warn that flat-faced breeds like English Bulldogs are particularly susceptible to heatstroke in temperatures above 27 °C.
• Disabled owner Mandy Lawrie and her family say they have been traumatised by Shelby’s death, underscoring the risks that heatwaves pose for pets dependent on hired caregivers.