VAL-DES-MONT, Que. – A dog that was shot point blank in the chest with a crossbow has died of his injuries.

The boxer breed named Jesse James was shot in Val-des-Monts around 10 a.m. Thursday morning.

MRC Des Collines police said the dog found its way home to its owner and was taken to the Alta Vista Animal Hospital for treatment, but succumbed just after midnight Friday.

Dr. Charles Bruce said the dog had extensive surgery because the arrow went through two arteries, a facial vein and several muscles.

Police are not saying why the dog was shot. The suspect, 30, is being held in custody and faces charges.