Blind dog with matted fur found wandering Westport

Surgeon to remove little dog's ruined eyes

Posted 6/10/16

The little lost dog’s troubles are far from over but Jersey, as she has been named, has been freed from the blinding coat of matted fur that had encased her.

On Sunday, June 5, Westport Animal …

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Blind dog with matted fur found wandering Westport

Surgeon to remove little dog's ruined eyes

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The little lost dog’s troubles are far from over but Jersey, as she has been named, has been freed from the blinding coat of matted fur that had encased her.

On Sunday, June 5, Westport Animal Control responded to a call from a resident who reported seeing a dog in distress roaming the area of Sanford Road and Milk Avenue. Animal Control along with Westport Police responded and found a “severely matted, urine soaked animal stumbling around the area,” said Detective Sergeant Antonio Cestodio.

The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) was called to assist with the care and investigation of the animal which had no collar, markings or identification. ARL veterinary technicians determined the dog to be an 8-year-old female Brussels Griffin.

The little lady, given the name “Jersey” by ARL staff, remains in severe condition and will undergo enucleation surgery late this week rendering her permanently blind (that surgery involves removal of the eye while leaving the eye muscles and orbital contents intact). She will also have bladder stones removed and some significant dental treatments. She is being cared for at the Animal Rescue League of Boston and her medical treatments will cost from $3,000-$4,000.

“While there may be many circumstances that led to the animal being lost or abandoned, Westport Police are seeking any information that helps to find the owners or other individuals that have a connection to this animal,” Det. Cestodio said

The public is encouraged to contact the Westport Police Department directly at (508) 636-1122 or the Animal Rescue League of Boston Law Enforcement Department at (617)226-5610.

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