Susie, Being Cared For by the SPCA Serving Erie County, NY - April, 2016

Описание: BUFFALO MAN CHARGED WITH FELONY ANIMAL CRUELTY BY SPCA SERVING ERIE COUNTY
April 20, 2016 * By: SPCA Director of Public Relations Gina Browning
SPCA Serving Erie County Animal Cruelty Investigator and NYS Peace Officer Christina Vitello has charged Santiago Morales of Buffalo with felony aggravated animal cruelty.

Morales is accused of beating a small dog belonging to an acquaintance, causing extreme suffering and injury, on Sunday, April 10.

The family sought veterinary care for the Chihuahua mix, a female thought to be approximately 20 months old, and surrendered the dog on Monday, April 11. At that time, the dog was transferred to the SPCA for on-site treatment.

The dog, Susie, was limping on three legs, had bloody eyes, and was bruised in several areas including her face.

Her examination showed several injuries which included, but were not limited to, multiple fractures to her pelvis area, visible bruising throughout her body, including her eyes, ears, neck, mouth, face, chin, chest, abdomen, and hips. There was swelling in areas including her head and mouth.

Susie is on pain medications and was wearing a pain patch; she is being syringe-fed. She’s currently in stable condition and will be under the care of the SPCA at an off-site location.

Morales is scheduled to report to Buffalo City Court Monday, May 23, 9:30 am. If found guilty of felony animal cruelty, Morales could face a maximum of two years in prison. Keep watching http://YourSPCA.org for continuing information on this case.

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