Trinity Silva, 23, of Wethersfield, was arrested Tuesday, Oct. 27, following a months-long investigation by animal control officers that began July 20, police said. Officers responded to an animal cruelty complaint at 92 Reed Drive in Wethersfield.
Eight days later, on July 28, the dog was taken to a veterinary hospital, where an examination revealed troubling changes in its health, Wethersfield police said.
According to police, the veterinarian documented significant weight loss, cachexia, muscle wasting, dehydration and concerns about the dog's fur. Cachexia is a condition marked by severe weight and muscle loss that can result from illness or malnourishment.
The veterinarian compared the dog's condition to its visit five months earlier.
Following an extensive investigation, animal control officers identified Silva as a suspect, and she was charged with cruelty to animals, Wethersfield police said. She was held on a $10,000 bond.
Police did not provide an update on the dog's current condition.
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