A New Jersey woman has been charged with four counts of animal cruelty after authorities accused of her dumping a starved 1-year-old pit bull down a trash chute.Kisha Curtis, 28, could face up to six months in jail, a $1,000 fine or community service if convicted.
On March 16, the dog was found in the garbage of a Newark apartment building after apparently having been thrown down a trash chute in a plastic bag in the 22-story building.
When a maintenance worker discovered him, the pup was rushed to the trauma unit at the Garden State Veterinary Specialists.
It was determined the dog was severely anemic and malnourished. He received a blood transfusion and was later named Patrick. (read more)
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