A wounded abused dog was left to die in a dumpster at Peavine.

Chris Clegg
South Peace News

An outpouring of emotion for a puppy left to die in a dumpster is prompting anger in an explosion on Facebook.

High Prairie RCMP reported Oct. 2 that they are investigating an incident of animal cruelty.

“A collie cross dog was located at the Peavine Waste Transfer Station and then transported to the High Prairie Vet Clinic for treatment,” reads an RCMP new release.
“The dog was suffering from broken bones and its muzzle taped up.
“Unfortunately, the dog was euthanized due to the trauma.”

Police immediately asked for the public’s help in solving the crime.

Velocity Plumbing of High Prairie, owned by Bobby Wasylciw, immediately offered a $1,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of the individual responsible.

The response was so immediate to Velocity’s gesture that they issued a statement.

“Due to a large public response wishing to add to the reward, we have decided to create a donation fund,” wrote Velocity. “Contributions will be used to further the reward [to a maximum of $2,000] and all other proceeds will be given directly to In The Woods Animal Rescue. Let’s put an end to atrocities like this.”

In the Woods staff also responded.

“Do not let the death of this little soul go unanswered. Please call the rescue at [780] 322-2652 or the High Prairie police department … we will not stop until the person or people are found.”

Facebook response has been strong.

“These monsters need to be caught and pay for [what] they did,” wrote Amanda Leach.

“How can people be so heartless?” asks Laurilee Grant.

“We need to continue to lobby for stiffer penalties for inhumane crimes against animals. This is so sad both for the animal and the person who is so disconnected,” wrote Karen Amirault.

There are far better alternatives.

“Our daughter found a puppy starving in the dump. He is now fat, loyal and can no longer fit through our deck rungs. We are blessed. Love our puppy,” wrote Zita Laboucan.

Call the High Prairie RCMP Detachment at [780] 523-3370 if you have any information on the crime, or Crime Stoppers at [1-800] 222-TIPS [8477].