Starving dog leaps from third-story window
Animal control officials in New Bedford, Mass., are seeking the public’s help in finding the owners of two pit bull-type dogs left in a vacant apartment — one of which, apparently starving, jumped out of a third-story window.
The emaciated 1-year-old female jumped from the window on Sept. 30, breaking her hip and hind leg, according to South Coast Today. She’s now being treated at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialties.
The second dog, a four-month-old puppy (pictured above), was found inside the apartment. The two were believed to have been abandoned two months ago when the tenants moved out.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is asking for the public’s help to offset the costs associated with the dogs’ care and rehabilitation. Those interested in making a donation can call (617) 426-9170, Ext. 615, or visit www.arlboston.org/donate.
Anyone with information about the dogs or their owners is asked to contact New Bedford Animal Control Officer Emmanuel Maciel at (508) 991- 6366.
“This constitutes felony cruelty against an innocent animal,” says Lt. Alan Borgal, director of the Center for Animal Protection at the Animal Rescue League of Boston. “We are counting on the public to step forward with information to help bring the person or persons responsible to justice.”
Posted by jwoestendiek October 6th, 2011 under Muttsblog.
Tags: abandoned, animal control, animal cruelty, animal rescue league of boston, animals, apartment, cruelty to animals, dog, dogs, emaciated, jumped, new bedford, pets, pit bulls, starving, third floor, window
Comments
Comment from manuel
Time October 6, 2011 at 10:56 pm
@Sylvie
Pit bulls attract trash who are interested in owning them for inhumane reasons. I can’t think of a worse fate then being a pit bull.
Comment from Sylvie
Time October 6, 2011 at 7:51 am
According to your recent postings, Pitt Bulls seem to be more frequently (that other type of dogs) abandon like that or/and abused. Like Patrick last spring. It is of course not the animal’s fault. So, is there a pattern ? are the people attracted (or, let say, interested lightly in) to Pitt Bulls less responsible than other dog owners ? Is it another curse on the race ?