Pregnant Pitbull’s Puppies Die After Dog Abandoned, Tied To Pole In Waterbury: Police

WATERBURY, CT — A pregnant Pitbull was abandoned and tied to a pole on Sunday, and the dog’s puppies later died, according to police.

Sgt. Joseph Morais said police were notified around 8:12 a.m. Sunday about a dog being left tied to a sign and abandoned in the area of Cherry Street.

When officers arrived, the pregnant dog was in labor.

The organization, BARC CT, was able to provide emergency treatment to the dog, and while the Pitbull survived, her puppies did not, according to police.

The Pitbull is now being cared for in a private foster home, according to police, and the dog is healing well from her ordeal.

Police are actively looking for whoever abandoned the dog.

A non-profit organization, Desmond’s Army Animal Law Advocates, has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of whoever is responsible. Reach Desmond’s Army at 413-717-8445.

According to Desmond’s Army, the dog, now named “Cassie,” was left out during heavy rain and cold temperatures, and she was both exhausted and dehydrated when she was found.

Zilla Cannamela, president and founder of the organization, urged anyone with information to come forward.

“Abandoning a mother in labor, leaving her to suffer alone in the rain and cold, is an act of profound cruelty that no animal should ever endure," Cannamela said. "We're offering this $5,000 reward because justice isn't just for her—it's a message that animal abusers will be held accountable.”

Anyone with information on the dog’s abandonment is asked to contact detectives at 203-564-6941, or provide an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at 203-755-1234.