METHUEN — MSPCA Law Enforcement is seeking the public’s help finding information about Willie, a young poodle-mix who was brought to Nevins Farm on May 19 after being found on Interstate 495 in Lawrence.
“Willie was matted and emaciated when he was brought into the adoption center,” MSPCA Law Enforcement Director Chris Schindler said. “He was initially examined by a clinic veterinarian in Methuen, and it was immediately clear that he needed advanced treatment, so a staff member drove him to Angell [Animal Medical Center in Boston], where he’s been receiving around-the-clock care since.”
Staff at Angell’s critical care unit say that Willie’s prognosis is not yet clear.
“Angell veterinarians found him to be emaciated and extremely dehydrated. He also appeared to have neurological problems, which we’re hoping is related to those other issues,” Schindler expounded. “Only time will tell if he’ll respond to treatment.”
“Right now, we’re focused on trying to help this poor dog recover and also learn how he came to be in the condition he’s in.”
Schindler said MSPCA law enforcement officers are investigating to see if they can learn anything about Willie’s history.
“These cases are challenging because we’re starting from scratch,” he said. “That’s why we really need the community’s help here to learn how this poor pup got into the condition he was in when he came to us.”
Anyone who may have information on Willie’s owner or history is asked to contact the MSPCA Law Enforcement Department at 617-522-6008 or 800-628-5808, where information may be left anonymously. Tips may also be submitted online at: mspca.org/tip.
For updates on Willie’s condition and to donate to help the MSPCA-Angell care for him, please visit: mspca.org/willie.