Hi. Aw that is so sad...
...I wish this little fella could be registered with AKC (personal reference, no offence intended) If he were, I would pick him up in a heart beat (7-8hr ride but I do not mind) This is how I feel about my pups. I currently have 4 pups. Well, I find sometimes pet owners and people who claim to love animals are less kind then the animals. I find the animals more friendly sometimes.
...Anyways, good luck with this little fella!!! Keep us posted
Eddy