ABANDONED and alone -- a chubby little pup barely old enough to leave his mum.

The mongrel puppy, about seven weeks old, was found wandering in Blackburn on Wednesday and urgently needs a home.

But although he's young and fragile, he's spirited and Kathy Dewhurst, who is looking after him at Glencoe Kennels, Haslingden Old Road, Oswaldtwistle, said: "He's pretty shellproof and has settled in well."

The reddish/white dog will grow to a medium size.

Anyone who can offer a home to him, or any of the dozen-plus dogs in Kathy's care, can call the kennels on 01254 261446 between noon and 4pm today, 10am-1pm tomorrow or Monday-Friday, noon-5pm.