Broken glass can damage more than scenery

South Lanarkshire Council is reminding everyone to respect their communities and surroundings over the summer months.

Meet Isla the Springer Spaniel (pictured above), who cut her belly on broken glass in a nature/wooded area.

Her owner, who wishes to remain anonymous, said: "Isla is a real bundle of energy and loves long walks, chasing after sticks and balls.

"She kind of slid along the grass as she went to get her ball, and I knew right away there was something wrong, she yelped and basically just stopped still.

"That's when we noticed the glass and the cut in her belly. It was horrible and she was obviously in pain.

"I cannot believe people would be so thoughtless to just leave broken glass like this lying around. Thankfully Isla has now made a full recovery, but we were also left out of pocket by around £750 because of the vet's bill."

Executive Director of Housing and Technical Resources, Stephen Gibson, said: "It's mindless disregard for others that can lead to consequences like this for innocent pet owners.

"Thankfully Isla's injuries weren't too serious, but other pets might not be so lucky. And of course, there is also the danger presented to young children, and indeed anyone, who may fall and cut themselves on glass just mindlessly discarded.

"As well as pets, broken glass can also harm other animals, so please, think of the damage you could be doing by not responsibly disposing of any glass items.

"It's your community, your people and your space. So, let's all enjoy it together."

To report any anti-social behaviour issues please call 0800 389 1105 or email the team.

Alternatively, the police can be contacted on 101 for any anti-social behaviour issues or in an emergency call 999.

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