The Mounties got a call Saturday that a pitbull cross was left abandoned trapped in a steel cage at a gravel pit without food, water or shelter.
Police believe the dog would not have survived long due to the 30 degree heat because the cage was wired shut and couldn't easily be opened.
RCMP believe the dogs was dumped in the pit sometime on Friday.
The Provincial SPCA provided assistance and the dog is now in the care of the Saint John Animal Rescue League.
If you can provide the RCMP with any information on thiscrime, contact the St. George RCMP at 506-755-1130 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
