Pets
Paralyzed Dog Found On Train Tracks In Philadelphia
Philly Rescue Angels is asking for donations to support their care for Lucky, a Pitbull who was found paralyzed on train tracks in Philly.
PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia animal rescue group is asking for emergency donations after they saved a paralyzed dog from train tracks in the city.
The dog, now called Lucky, was found Tuesday on train tracks in the city's Lawndale section.
Lucky is unable to use his legs and was left on the tracks for two days, according to Philly Rescue Angels Inc.
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"He has literally been laying his body down and the train has been going over him," the group said on social media.
The group said it's unclear if Lucky was unable to use his legs when he was left on the tracks or if he was hit by a train.
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According to the group, a collar and leash were found next to him on the tracks, with the collar unclipped.
Philly Rescue Angels Inc. is urging anyone who can contribute to Lucky's recovery to chip in by donating even just $1.
Donations to Philly Rescue Angels Inc. can be made via Venmo to Phillyrescueangels, CashApp to $phillyrescueangels, or PayPal to phillyrescueangels@gmail.com.
"We are heartbroken, this is pure evil," the group said.
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