The Animal Rescue League of Boston is caring for a 1-year-old dog that was found tied to a pole outside a local veterinary clinic.The dog, named Herbie, was found on Dec. 11 outside of a veterinary clinic in Boston and brought to Boston Animal Care and Control. His left eye was proptosed, meaning it dislodged from its socket, and needed to be removed surgically due to the severe damage. This is not an uncommon injury for a small dog and typically occurs as the result of an accident, the ARL said. Other than the injury to the eye, Herbie is in excellent health and is very friendly and well-groomed. Officials said the dog was very well cared for, and ARL believes this is another example of a pet owner in crisis not knowing where to turn. In 2024, the ARL has seen more than 700 animals surrendered due to housing-related issues, which is more than double from 2023. Struggling pet owners are encouraged to visit arlboston.org for a list of resources and programs that are available.Herbie still has some healing to do and is not yet available for adoption. The cost of his ongoing care has exceeded several thousand dollars, and anyone interested in contributing to his treatment can click here.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is caring for a 1-year-old dog that was found tied to a pole outside a local veterinary clinic.
The dog, named Herbie, was found on Dec. 11 outside of a veterinary clinic in Boston and brought to Boston Animal Care and Control.
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His left eye was proptosed, meaning it dislodged from its socket, and needed to be removed surgically due to the severe damage.
This is not an uncommon injury for a small dog and typically occurs as the result of an accident, the ARL said. Other than the injury to the eye, Herbie is in excellent health and is very friendly and well-groomed.
Officials said the dog was very well cared for, and ARL believes this is another example of a pet owner in crisis not knowing where to turn.
In 2024, the ARL has seen more than 700 animals surrendered due to housing-related issues, which is more than double from 2023.
Struggling pet owners are encouraged to visit arlboston.org for a list of resources and programs that are available.
Herbie still has some healing to do and is not yet available for adoption.
The cost of his ongoing care has exceeded several thousand dollars, and anyone interested in contributing to his treatment can click here.
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