The nine-year-old pitbull had a note on its collar asking for someone to take care of him
A nine-year-old pit bull terrier named Rolo was rescued by a good Samaritan after he was found tied to a railing in front of a building in downtown Prince George.Rolo was then immediately brought to the BC SPCA for care and was found to have multiple health issues.
“As soon as he arrived we rushed him to an emergency veterinarian,” says Kristen Sumner, manager of the BC SPCA’s North Cariboo District animal centre. “Poor Rolo has a lot going on health wise. The vet examined the large, protruding mass on his leg and Rolo was sedated for a biopsy. As he was examining his teeth, three fell out and it was determined that Rolo had ringworm on his face and legs. He was also underweight.”
Thankfully, the mass on Rolo’s leg was benign and he was scheduled for surgery to remove it and dental work. He was also put on a refeeding plan and was treated for ringworm.“He is always so excited when the BC SPCA staff greet him in the morning and give him his breakfast. When he goes out for walks this nine-year-old dog has the energy and enthusiasm of a puppy.”
Sumner adds that even though Rolo’s treatments are intense, he is calm and gentle allowing BC SPCA staff to bathe him, treat him, and medicate him.The BC SPCA says when Rolo has recovered form his surgery he will be available for adoption. Those who wish to help Rolo or other animals at the BC SPCA can visit medical.spca.bc.ca
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