A smiling Staffie dog is searching for a new home after she was found with a large scar across her shoulder on a bus in Lewisham.

Ten-year-old Chelsea arrived at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in June after being abandoned on the bus in Bromley Road.

Rebecca Maclver, Battersea’s rehoming and welfare manager, said the scar may be the result of a burn.

She added: “Although we know nothing about Chelsea’s history, it would be fair to say that this smiley Staffie hasn’t had the best luck so far.

“For this lovely girl to be brought into Battersea after being stranded on a bus is really unfortunate, especially as she’s an older dog.

“Sadly, Chelsea has found kennels to be quite a stressful environment so we’re hoping she’ll find a home soon.

"She’s a very people-orientated dog and would love nothing more than to live out her twilight years surrounded by a new and loving family to call her own.”

If you are interested in welcoming Chelsea into your life, contact Battersea’s rehoming team on 0800 001 4444.