A dead dog was found in a plastic tote outside the Chesapeake Transfer Station in Chesapeake, Virginia on Tuesday, April 6th. The dog, a female pit bull, was discovered by a passerby who alerted the Chesapeake Animal Control.
The dog was found in a plastic tote that had been left outside the transfer station. The tote was not sealed and the dog was visible from the outside. Animal Control officers arrived on the scene and determined that the dog had been dead for some time.
The cause of death is still unknown, but Animal Control is investigating the incident. They are asking anyone with information about the dog or the tote to come forward.
The dog was not wearing a collar or tags, and Animal Control has not been able to identify the owner. They are asking anyone who may have seen the dog or the tote to contact them.
The incident has sparked outrage in the community, with many people expressing their shock and sadness at the discovery. Animal Control is urging pet owners to be responsible and to never abandon their pets.
The Chesapeake Transfer Station is a public facility that accepts a variety of materials, including household waste, construction debris, and yard waste. It is unclear why the tote was left outside the station.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership. Animal Control is asking anyone with information about the dog or the tote to come forward.