Stolen pitbulls returned to Montreal SPCA

Two stolen pitbulls have been returned to the Montreal SPCA thanks to tips from the public.

Amber and Lincoln were taken last weekend when two women, posing as volunteers, took the dogs out a back door to a waiting accomplice. The SPCA put out a plea yesterday for the dogs and received a tip that led to the dogs location.

“We are overjoyed to have these two dogs back” said Nicholas Gilman, executive director of the SPCA, “people who are willing to steal dogs usually don’t draw the line at other illegal activities.”

The dogs are now being examined by the SPCA Veterinary team.

“Our first concern is with the dogs health and welfare,” said Alanna Devine, Director of Animal Advocacy, “this episode has led to a tightening of security and staff and volunteer procedures to ensure this doesn’t happen again.”

The SPCA credits the work of the public for posting, blogging and tweeting the story which led to the dogs’ recovery.

Amber will soon be put up for adoption, while Lincoln will be going to a Pit Stop Montreal, a local animal rescue society.