Crime & Safety
MSPCA Searches For Owner Who Abandoned Puppy Near Roslindale Cemetery
A 5-month-old puppy was found emaciated in a crate by the side of a cemetery, but thanks to the MSPCA, he could soon be up for adoption.
![P.J. was brought in with no microchip or identification, so it's difficult for authorities to find out who left him, but he was wearing a blue, gray, and yellow collar.](https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/25127621/20220622/121537/styles/patch_image/public/screen-shot-2022-06-22-at-121432-pm___22121454389.png)
BOSTON — The MSPCA is asking for the public's help in finding the owner of an abandoned puppy who was found in poor condition in a crate near a Roslindale cemetery earlier this month.
A good Samaritan found the 5-month-old puppy near Mount Hope Cemetary in Roslindale and brought him to the Angell Animal Medical Center, the MSPCA said.
Once taken care of, the puppy -- now named P.J., was diagnosed with Parvovirus, a deadly and highly contagious virus with side effects like diarrhea, extreme dehydration and vomiting.
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Through extensive help services, P.J. is now on the mend, the MSPCA said, adding that he could be available for adoption within a week or two.
P.J. was brought in with no microchip or identification, so it's difficult for authorities to find out who left him, but he was wearing a blue, gray, and yellow collar.
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The MSPCA has set up a donation page for anyone who wishes to help with the cost of treatment, which is likely to exceed $3,000.
Click here for a video of P.J. back in action, shared by the MSPCA.
Anyone with any information on P.J. or his previous owner should contact the MSPCA or Boston police.
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