Taunton man facing cruelty charge as emaciated dog recovers at animal protection center

A -year-old Taunton man is facing a criminal charge after a traffic stop uncovered an emaciated -month-old puppy which is now on the road to recovery thanks to local veternarians An officer who spotted a motorcycle run a red light on North Main Street in West Bridgewater on Nov noticed what appeared to be a significantly underweight dog and had it rushed to Westbridge Veterinary Referral Hospital according to police After healing the dog named Sprout was transferred to the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts where she continues to recover The APCSM is raising funds to sponsorship Sprout s recovery To learn more please visit https www apcsm org We express our gratitude for the Westbridge Veterinary Referral Hospital and the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts mentioned Lt Jonathan Craven in a message With their efforts we are confident Sprout will be surrounded by the highest quality of care and aid as she starts a long road to recovery The man who was driving the car Sprout was ascertained in is now facing a charge of animal cruelty His name has not been circulated