MSPCA Searches For Owner Who Abandoned Puppy Near Roslindale Cemetery

BOSTON — The MSPCA is asking for the public's help in finding the owner of an abandoned puppy who was found in poor condition in a crate near a Roslindale cemetery earlier this month.

A good Samaritan found the 5-month-old puppy near Mount Hope Cemetary in Roslindale and brought him to the Angell Animal Medical Center, the MSPCA said.

Once taken care of, the puppy -- now named P.J., was diagnosed with Parvovirus, a deadly and highly contagious virus with side effects like diarrhea, extreme dehydration and vomiting.

Through extensive help services, P.J. is now on the mend, the MSPCA said, adding that he could be available for adoption within a week or two.

P.J. was brought in with no microchip or identification, so it's difficult for authorities to find out who left him, but he was wearing a blue, gray, and yellow collar.

The MSPCA has set up a donation page for anyone who wishes to help with the cost of treatment, which is likely to exceed $3,000.

Click here for a video of P.J. back in action, shared by the MSPCA.

Anyone with any information on P.J. or his previous owner should contact the MSPCA or Boston police.