Redwings Horse Sanctuary is appealing for information about an abandoned cob colt found suffering from a painful skin condition in Thurrock, Essex.

The young cob, Tilbury – so named after the place he was discovered – is estimated to be 18 months old and was found on Wednesday, May 27 with a severe skin condition, which meant he had lost a lot of hair on his face and body, and was covered in sores.

Initially, Redwings Senior Field Officer Jo Franklin put notices on his tether and feed bucket with hope of an owner coming forward, but sadly to no avail.

The following day Tilbury was taken into the care of the Sanctuary, having been found let off his tether and roaming around the Old Chadwell school site, along with several other ponies.

Since his rescue, Tilbury has received treatment for his condition at House and Jackson’s Equine Clinic with investigations as to the cause of his painful and raw skin irritation ongoing.

Chief Executive Lynn Cutress was also in attendance when Tilbury was discovered and is encouraging anyone with information to call Redwings: “We’re very concerned about poor Tilbury and urge anyone with information about his owner or indeed about his condition to contact our welfare team.

“Despite his skin condition, which must be incredibly uncomfortable and painful, Tilbury is an incredibly friendly and sweet-natured chap, and our team are investing a great deal of care and attention to nurse him back to full health.”

If you have any information about Tilbury’s owner, please call Redwings’ welfare team on 01508 481008 or email welfare@redwings.co.uk.

You can also support the ongoing care of Tilbury by donating to Redwings at www.redwings.org.uk/donating or by texting RWHS00 plus the amount you wish to give (for example “RWHS00 £5”) to 70070.