AN ANIMAL rescue charity is calling for dog owners to be more 'responsible' after a deer was killed last week.

The 'terrible' incident saw a deer reportedly injured and killed in Broadmoor, Crowthorne on Saturday, May 2.

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A walker spotted the deer lying on the ground and upon speaking to others, found it had been chased by a dog.

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) is urging dog owners to keep their pets under control when walking near wild animals.

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A spokesman said: “This terrible incident could have been avoided had the dog owner been responsible and kept their pet on a lead.

“We ask that dog owners be aware that there may be wild animals present in the area when walking their dog and to keep their dog under control at all times.

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“Dog owners have a legal responsibility under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 to keep their dog under control in a public place."