Neglected Dog Abandoned In Fairfax

FAIRFAX, VA—Police are trying to locate the owner of a neglected dog left in front of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter Wednesday.

Animal protection officers encountered the dog tied to a picnic table outside the shelter at 4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax. Staff examining the dog found him to be underweight and suffering from severe eye and nose discharge, skin issues and a "foul odor," according to a police report.

The dog is described as a male tan and gray brindle Cane Corso breed around three to four years old. He did not appear to have tags but is expected to survive.

This is the second case of suspected animal neglect within a few days in Fairfax County. Police found a dog in Reston that was "barely recognizable as a dog and had nearly two pounds of matted hair covering its face and body." One of the dog's eyes was completely covered and infected, and police say the dog did not appear to be a stray.

Anyone with information about either case should call the Animal Services Division at 703-691-2131 or submit a tip online through Crime Solvers.

Images via Fairfax County Police