Fri Jan 18, 9:38 PM ET
ST. LOUIS - A pit bull terrier that suffered two broken legs and nerve damage when it was thrown 30 feet from an overpass has been euthanized, the Humane Society of Missouri said Friday.
Humane Society veterinarians made the decision Thursday night after consultation and examination, veterinarian Melinda Fleming said.
"This dog was in severe, nearly uncontrollable pain and it was questionable whether he would be able to walk again," she said. "That someone would allow a pet to be abused in this way is unthinkable and heartbreaking."
The organization got a call Wednesday evening from a witness who saw the pit bull terrier and a large golden retriever or Akita mix falling from the overpass in north St. Louis. Authorities believe the dogs were thrown.
The other dog ran away but may have been seriously injured, the Humane Society said. A team from the Humane Society along with city Animal Control and police are looking for the missing dog. So far, they have no confirmed sightings.
The Humane Society has offered $2,500 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Witnesses were urged to call the Humane Society or police with information.
ST. LOUIS - A pit bull terrier that suffered two broken legs and nerve damage when it was thrown 30 feet from an overpass has been euthanized, the Humane Society of Missouri said Friday.
Humane Society veterinarians made the decision Thursday night after consultation and examination, veterinarian Melinda Fleming said.
"This dog was in severe, nearly uncontrollable pain and it was questionable whether he would be able to walk again," she said. "That someone would allow a pet to be abused in this way is unthinkable and heartbreaking."
The organization got a call Wednesday evening from a witness who saw the pit bull terrier and a large golden retriever or Akita mix falling from the overpass in north St. Louis. Authorities believe the dogs were thrown.
The other dog ran away but may have been seriously injured, the Humane Society said. A team from the Humane Society along with city Animal Control and police are looking for the missing dog. So far, they have no confirmed sightings.
The Humane Society has offered $2,500 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Witnesses were urged to call the Humane Society or police with information.
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