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MSPCA seeking info on emaciated dog found in Dorchester
The miniature poodle-mix was found on Nov. 10.
MSPCA-Angell is seeking the public’s help in finding the owner of an emaciated stray dog found in Dorchester on Nov. 10.
The male miniature poodle-mix, known at the MSPCA as Fiyero, is approximately 3 years old and was found on Genova Avenue, although it is unknown how long he was on the streets, MSPCA-Angell wrote in a press release.
“Fiyero’s background at this point is kind of a mystery,” MSPCA-Angell Vice President of Animal Protection Mike Keiley said. “All we know right now is that he was found outside and was incredibly skinny when he was brought to our care, which is obviously concerning. He was also very matted.”
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On a nine-point score to assess a dog’s weight, Fiyero was a one or emaciated, the MSPCA said.
“Fortunately, Fiyero’s with us now, so we’ll be able to get him to a healthier weight while we work to find out how he came to be in such bad shape,” Keiley added.
Fiyero stayed in the MSPCA’s emergency room for a few days before being transferred to the shelter’s clinic for feedings and other treatments, according to the release.
Fiyero may need to be in a foster home for a few weeks before he is ready for adoption, the MSPCA said.
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Alongside Boston Animal Control, MSPCA is confident Fiyero’s owners, who may be responsible for his current condition, will be found, Keiley said.
Anyone with information regarding Fiyero’s owners or condition should contact MSPCA-Angell Law Enforcement at 617-522-6008 or 800-628-5808 or online at mspca.org/tip.
Anyone interested in fostering dogs should visit mspca.org/foster, and anyone interested in donating funds for Fiyero’s treatments can visit mspca.org/fiyero.
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