The horrific moment has now led to the RSPCA starting an inquiry into the event. The incident that took place in Yewdale Crescent shows the driver of a van pulling up to the kerb before opening the rear doors of the vehicle.
The person then grabs the helpless puppies, dumping them onto the road before slamming the door shut.
Some of the animals appear confused as to what is happening and make attempts to scramble back into the van as the driver gets back into the front seat.
One shocked eye-witness contacted police as the event took place.
Upon police arriving at the scene, the animals were safely rounded up by the officers.
The animals were taken to the RSCPA where an inspection of their health showed they were in poor condition, with matted fur and various skin ailments.
Of the animals checked, some were found to have been micro-chipped, yet their information had yet to be registered on a database.
The RSCPA is appealing for help to identify the person who dumped them.
RSPCA inspector Vicki Taylor said: “The footage is really shocking. To see the poor dogs in such obvious confusion and distress as the van pulls away is heartbreaking.
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“Thankfully, a member of the public spotted what had happened and contacted the police who were able to capture the dogs and bring them to our animal hospital where they are now getting the care they need.
“The dogs are a mix of different breeds, including spaniels and terriers.
“We suspect they have been used for breeding because of the condition they are in.
“All smelt of faeces and urine and most have skin issues. One Yorkie type dog was severely matted.”
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The RSPCA claim that the abandonment of puppies, dogs, cats and other animals is on the rise.
Many have been neglected or abandoned following pressures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns according to the organisation.
The pandemic saw a surge in people getting pets with an estimated 3.2 million welcoming a four-legged friend to the family.
But as the nation enjoyed the festive season, The Dogs Trust and RSPCA are warning many of those animals may be cast aside.
They’ve seen a 182 percent increase in traffic to its web pages looking for information about giving up a dog, a 39 percent increase in phone calls from people wanting to hand over a pet and 55 percent in email inquiries.
Operations director Adam Clowes speaking to Metro said: “Demand for dogs reached an all-time high during the pandemic and the addition of a dog to the family has made a positive difference to many people’s lives.
“However, dog ownership is a big commitment and some people are now discovering, as life returns to normal, that sadly their new circumstances mean they simply can’t care for their dog anymore.
“One of the most common reasons why dogs are handed into Dogs Trust is behaviour-related issues that could have been prevented early on.
“A rise in problematic behaviours, exacerbated by changes in the dog’s routine as its owners return to work and life as it was before the pandemic, could mean families have no option but to give up their dog.”
Since being taken in the care of the RSPCA the dogs have been named Bertha, Nelly, Tilly, Dottie, Molly, Bob and Ginger.
Anyone who recognizes the vehicle, the dogs, or the person in the footage is asked to contact Inspector Taylor via the RSPCA’s appeal line on 0300 123 8018.
Crimestoppers can also be contacted on 0800 555 111.