Braving the rain, she took a closer look at the container.

When she opened the lid, she found a small, soaking wet dog. Animal control staff members believe the dog is a Yorkshire Terrier, and is approximately 10 years old.

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It is not known how long the dog was in the container or her current health status. There is also no word on whether the dog had a microchip.

Dogs on the Move, a local rescue transport organization, is running a Facebook campaign to find a home or rescue for the dog.

The rescue organization has named the dog Gabriel.

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