WRENTHAM, Mass. (WPRI) — Police are working to figure out who abandoned a dog at Joe's Rock, a popular hiking spot in Wrentham. The dog was abandoned late on New Year's Day or early on Jan. 2. Police said the dog, who they are calling Joey, was likely neglected based on his "emaciated condition." He had only with a plastic bowl that was licked clean by the time he was found. ALSO READ: Dog pulled from icy waters on Christmas reunites with rescuers Animal Control Officer Lexi Klenk told 12 News that Joey is doing "great" now. Joey is on a seven-day stray hold that will end on Thursday. While no one has claimed him, Klenk said Joey already has a new home lined up with someone local who has rescue experience. Joey will get to meet his new family when the stray hold ends. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW