Alex is returning to full health after being saved. Warning: Some people may find these images distressing.

Alex the Weimaraner was found wandering the streets of New Orleans on 9 October in an emaciated and terrified state.

Staff from the city's Southern Animal Foundation rescue centre took him in immediately as it was clear the poor dog needed help fast.

Southern Animal Foundation

A Starving Dog Who Lived On Sticks And Rocks Is Being Nursed Back To Health