Paralyzed French bulldog French Fry found abandoned in Boston park; Authorities want to know who left her t – MassLive.com

Authorities announced this week theyre seeking information about a paralyzed French bulldog named French Fry found abandoned in a park in Boston earlier this year.

French Fry, a roughly 3-year-old female dog, was discovered in Peters Park in the South End neighborhood of the city on a weekend in late April, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) said in a statement Wednesday.

Witnesses reported seeing a man and woman with French Fry for a short time before walking away from the dog. The two individuals were wearing masks, making it difficult for people in the area to describe any identifying features, according to the statement.

The ARL Law Enforcement Department obtained surveillance video of the area and is in the midst of reviewing it to try and identify the dogs owners, the animal protection organization said.

After finding the French bulldog, a good Samaritan brought the animal to a nearby veterinary clinic, where staff confirmed the dogs hind limbs were paralyzed, her left eye had hemorrhaged and she had an elevated body temperature, according to the ARL.

Given her paralysis, French Fry was brought to another veterinary hospital for a neurological exam and MRI, which revealed she has intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), which can be common in the breed, officials noted. The dog was subsequently euthanized to end her suffering.

Given the severity of the disease and the further possibly life-threatening complications which may have developed, surgery was not an option for French Fry, and the decision for humane euthanasia was made in order to end her suffering, the organization said.

Although the dogs condition was deemed genetic, abandoning an animal is a felony in Massachusetts, punishable by up to 7 years in jail and a $5,000 fine, the group noted. The ARL said it understands that dealing with pets medical issues can be financially and emotionally overwhelming.

However, with options and resources available, including surrendering animals, no pet should ever be abandoned, the organization asserted.

Anyone who recognizes French Fry has been asked to call ARL Law Enforcement at (617) 426-9170, ext. 110 or email cruelty@arlboston.org.

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