When he found him wandering near the Berlin, Ohio Reservoir, the dog was traumatized, frightened and horribly underweight.
Determined to save him, Ravenna Ohio Dog Warden Dave McIntyre took the gaunt dog back to his office and provided him with food and attention throughout the weekend.
On Monday, the frail boy was taken to the Portage, Ohio Animal Protective League, who in turn, took him to a veterinarian for evaluation and treatment.
The veterinarian gave the tired, frail dog the name of Sugar Ray – because the dog is a fighter…fighting for his own life.
Though Sugar Ray weighs an abysmal 26 lbs., he is otherwise in surprisingly good health.
Karen Carmany, Board President for Portage, Ohio APL, stated, “This is either a horrendous example of abandonment or, if not, a lost dog that went unreported and remained lost for weeks.”
Though Sugar Ray is too frail to be considered for adoption at this point in time, someday, hopefully soon, he’ll be fully back on his feet and ready for his new home.
Anyone interested in donating towards Sugar Ray’s veterinary expenses can do so by phoning the Portage APL at 330-296-4022 ext. 0, or by mailing to Portage APL at 2011 Infirmary Rd., Ravenna, OH 44266, or Portage County Dog Warden at 8120 Infirmary Road, Ravenna, OH 44266.
Online donations can be made directly to Portage APL at this link.
Be well soon Sugar Ray – now you are safe, warm and loved.
Poor baby, get better soon, Sugar Ray. Thank goodness you are safe now.
Poor baby, get better soon, Sugar Ray. Thank goodness you are safe now.
Oh, my goodness. Sugar Ray has an angel! He is just precious. I am hoping no one would do this intentionally to any animal! Hugs and Kiss’s to you Sugar Ray! Love from somone who cares in MN.
God Bless You Sugar Ray…..get better soon & you’ll get your forever home very soon!!
Oh my lord, poor thing. Will definitely pray for him!!!!
Wow tears to my eyes…I love all dogs and boxers are a big part of my life…I would take him in a second..my prays are with him…Grow strong and be loved…
Could you please keep everyone posted on this poor baby! Chicago cares and wishes to know!
i cryed that poor baby. best of wishes to you sugar ray and the people that saved you . dogs are a big part of my life and boxers hold a dear place in my heart. i would love to offer sugar ray a home if i didnt live in apt and have two big baby dogs already
Sugar Ray you keep on fighting there baby boy!!!!! I sure pray he just got lost and no one did this on purpose and if they did may the same happen to them. Boxers are my favorite dog. This just breaks my heart to pieces.
Seeing his picture makes me so sad. But so glad there are good people trying to fatten him up now.
🙂 God Bless everyone involved and hope Sugar Ray makes a full recovery and finds his forever home soon.
awww bless him….look at that face…little munchkin.xxxxxxxxxxxx
This breaks my heart. Hope he recovers quickly. Bless his sweet heart.
I commend you Dave for watching out for this dog and making sure he got into hands to take care of him after the weekend!!!!!! You’ll probably say you were just doing your job but how many people might have maybe scanned him and then maybe just euthanized. Obviously you have a good heart. May God bless you many times over. I am a RVT and would work w/someone like you any day.
WELL, GOD BLESS THE MAN WHO TOOK MERCY ON THIS SWEET BABY!! I’LL BE PRAYING FOR YOU SUGAR RAY ALONG WITH LITTLE PATRICK AND LITTLE BRAVEHEART. GOD BE WITH YOU ALL.
This is so sad im sorry Sugar Ray that some lowlife human being did this to you. Lots of prayers and love are coming your way and you will find a forever home and be loved like you should have been all along.
i fell sick to the core how some people can be so evil, well done to the warden who saved this little guys life,i only wish i could rehome him, get well soon sugar ray xxx
AWe he is so sweet than god some one found him
Yes I think Sugar Ray is going to be okay.
Thank you to the the Dog Warden Dave McIntyre for doing what I think they are supposed to – provide care at a “shelter.” Good luck to Sugar Ray & hopefully he will find his forever home.
I was forwarded this story by my friend because she knows of my love for boxers. We have two, both of which are rescues. Another friend who recently lost his too early to an illness was told of this sweet boy. He called the APL and was told by someone there that this dog was not found wandering but actually found in box that was all taped up and that they know who did it and are seeking prosecution. This person’s name should be published for all to see. Then the person should be taped up in a box without food and water for weeks to see what they think of it.
hope you keep us updated on SUGAR RAY’S progress …..