A dog covered in second-degree burns that was found along Route 1 in Norwood, Massachusetts is getting intensive care as law enforcement investigate the case of animal cruelty.
The 1-year-old mixed-breed dog, whose name is now Annie, was brought to Norwood police this past week after reportedly being found as a stray along Route 1 near Ellis Avenue, according to a news release from the Animal Rescue League of Boston. Annie was taken to ARL's Dedham Animal Care and Adoption Center after an animal control officer in Norwood was concerned about her condition.
Annie ended up getting care at Tufts Veterinary Emergency Treatment & Specialties in Walpole for second-degree burns that covered her head, neck, shoulders, front limbs and abdomen.
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Annie's now back in the hands of ARL, but it may take months for her to fully recover.
"It’s not just the burns but the abandonment. This is a very cruel abandonment," Lt. Alan Borgal said.
Borgal added that Annie was found wearing a collar and a leash but no tags or microchip. No one has come forward to claim her.
ARL Law Enforcement and Norwood Animal Control are now investigating this as a case of animal cruelty and abandonment and ask anyone who has information about the situation to get in touch with police.
ARL’s Law Enforcement Department can be reached at 617-426-9170 x110 or email cruelty@arlboston.org or Norwood Police at 781-440-5100.
