Puppy's ear cropped with shears - (Maricopa, AZ - US) Crime Date: 12/02/2004
Case Status: Open
Abusers/Suspects:
*Suspect(s) Unknown - Need your help!
Case ReportMaricopa County Animal Care and Control, the Arizona Humane Society, the Phoenix Police Department and Silent Witness are teaming up to find the suspect responsible for a brutal act of animal cruelty.
A 5-month-old pit-bull mix covered in blood was discovered staggering in a Phoenix alley Thursday night. A good Samaritan took the puppy, now named Clay, to AC&C for emergency treatment.
AC&C employees believe somebody tried to crop the puppy's ears, then abandoned him when they could not stop the bleeding.
The dog not only suffered major blood loss from his wounds, but he was malnourished, as well, said AC&C employees who worked to save him. Vets kept a close on Clay all night.
AC&C veterinarian Dr. Nancy Bradley was the first to see the dog Friday morning.
"We continued IV fluids, and closed the wounds on the ears to the best of our ability," she said a news release. "Due to the jagged nature of the wounds, I would say that they were most likely inflicted from someone slicing the earflaps with a metal object or shears. At this stage the prognosis for the dog is fair. For all that he has been through, the dog continues to wag his tail and try to give everyone kisses."
AC&C vets and staff will continue to watch the puppy closely for the next 24 hours. Once he is stable, Clay will be transferred to the Arizona Humane Society to continue his recovery.
A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest or indictment in the case. Anyone who knows anything about what happened to Clay is urged to call Silent Witness at (480) WITNESS (948-6377). If you have any information on this case, contact:Silent Witness
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