Barkhamsted Animal-Control

08/12/2024

Shared from the South End Volunteer Fire Department page:

Honoring Firefighter Colin James McFadden
July 20, 1995 - August 12, 2021

On a crisp morning in New Hartford, Connecticut, the flames danced with an intensity that would forever etch a name into our hearts: Colin James McFadden. Born on July 20, 1995, Colin’s life was a symphony of courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication.

Colin’s path was forged by the fire service—a calling that beckoned him from an early age. As a child, he reveled in the symphony of sirens, his keen ears detecting their distant wail long before others. Little did we know that this fascination would lead him to don the uniform, to become one of our own.

Colin was more than a firefighter; he was a beacon of light. His quirky humor, infectious laughter, and willingness to jump into action defined him. When the alarm sounded, Colin sprinted to the truck, ensuring he secured a seat. His commitment was unwavering, his spirit unyielding.

But life has its secrets, and Colin carried one silently—a form of leukemia that remained undiagnosed until that fateful day. As he fought the historic New Hartford House Fire, his body betrayed him. Rushed to John Dempsey Hospital, he underwent emergency surgery, but fate had other plans. On August 12, 2021, Colin James McFadden left us, leaving a void that can never be filled.

The fire service isn’t just about hoses and helmets; it’s a brotherhood, a sisterhood. We mourned as one when Colin left us. A procession of emergency vehicles escorted him to his final resting place, a salute to the firefighter who gave his all. Gov. Ned Lamont ordered flags to half-staff—a somber tribute to our fallen hero.

Colin’s legacy burns brighter than any flame. His advocacy for autism awareness, his rank as an Eagle Scout, and his dedication to public safety—all woven into the tapestry of his too-short life. We remember his laughter and kindness.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, we stood together—firefighters, friends, and community—paying homage to Colin. The bagpipes played their mournful tune, and we whispered our gratitude. For Colin James McFadden, the fire may have dimmed, but his light will forever guide us.

08/07/2024

From our dear friends at Saving Animals Southern Style Rescue & Sanctuary

Rescue, done right.

" Are you coming back?

Remember me? You couldn't wait to have me. I was so small and cute and I was FREE. You thought about getting me fixed,
but I was a baby and that was a long way off. We were best friends. Then you started packing, and I was excited, we were
going to go on an adventure. And then you were gone, and l am still here. I am hungry and wet. Are you coming back?

When you take on a pet, you are taking
on a life and a moral and legal
responsibility to take care of that life.
Please don't abandon pets. Be a decent human. Be the person your pet deserves!! "

07/15/2024

Governor Ned Lamont has activated the HOT/DANGEROUS weather protocol. Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 14th, 2024, and remaining in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024.

NO PETS ARE TO BE LEFT OUTSIDE, TETHERED, OR OTHERWISE. THIS ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM NOON ON SUNDAY JULY 14, 2024 THROUGH 8PM ON SUNDAY, JULY 17, 2024.

Please read and familiarize yourself with Ct. state statute 22-350(b) ;
"(b) No person shall tether a dog outdoors to a stationary object or to a mobile device, including, but not limited to, a trolley or a pulley, when a weather advisory or warning is issued by local, state or federal authorities or when outdoor environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow or hail, pose an adverse risk to the health or safety of such dog based on such dog's breed, age or physical condition, unless tethering is for a duration of not longer than fifteen minutes."

"Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.
Never leave pets inside of parked vehicles because temperatures can soar to life-threatening levels within minutes."

WATER, WATER, WATER, WATER, WATER!!!!!

REQUIRED for both you and your pets!

If the situation/weather isn't suitable for human activities, it's not suitable for animals either.

07/15/2024

While I'm awaiting the Governor of Ct., Ned Lamont, to activate the State's Hot Weather Protocol, please be reminded of this simple rule to keep your animals safe:

"Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.
Never leave pets inside of parked vehicles because temperatures can soar to life-threatening levels within minutes."

WATER, WATER, WATER, WATER, WATER!!!!!

REQUIRED for both you and your pets!

If the situation/weather isn't suitable for human activities, it's not suitable for animals either.

07/13/2024

In five words or less....
Describe what kind of person would just tie their dogs up to a pole and drive away!
I'll go first:
Scumbag.

07/09/2024

Governor Ned Lamont has activated the HOT/DANGEROUS weather protocol. Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, and remaining in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024.

NO PETS ARE TO BE LEFT OUTSIDE, TETHERED, OR OTHERWISE. THIS ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM NOON ON TUESDAY JUNE 18, 2024 THROUGH NOON ON SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2024.

Please read and familiarize yourself with Ct. state statute 22-350(b) ;
"(b) No person shall tether a dog outdoors to a stationary object or to a mobile device, including, but not limited to, a trolley or a pulley, when a weather advisory or warning is issued by local, state or federal authorities or when outdoor environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow or hail, pose an adverse risk to the health or safety of such dog based on such dog's breed, age or physical condition, unless tethering is for a duration of not longer than fifteen minutes."

07/08/2024

A great reminder from all of our friends at Bikers Against Animal Cruelty, Inc - BAAC !

07/03/2024

It's that time of year again! The 4th of July is the single worst day for "my dog ran off" calls.
Please, as much as we all hate the guy next door for lighting off the fireworks, keep your dog inside! Make them as comfortable as possible. Perhaps you can take your dog's out for a ride to an area where there are no fireworks.
We, humans, have to do better to keep our pets anxiety to a minimum, everday, not just on the 4th of July.

06/18/2024

Governor Ned Lamont has activated the HOT/DANGEROUS weather protocol. Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, and remaining in effect through 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2024.

NO PETS ARE TO BE LEFT OUTSIDE, TETHERED, OR OTHERWISE. THIS ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FROM NOON ON TUESDAY JUNE 18, 2024 THROUGH NOON ON SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2024.

Please read and familiarize yourself with Ct. state statute 22-350(b) ;
"(b) No person shall tether a dog outdoors to a stationary object or to a mobile device, including, but not limited to, a trolley or a pulley, when a weather advisory or warning is issued by local, state or federal authorities or when outdoor environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow or hail, pose an adverse risk to the health or safety of such dog based on such dog's breed, age or physical condition, unless tethering is for a duration of not longer than fifteen minutes."

https://portal.ct.gov/office-of-the-governor/news/press-releases/2024/06-2024/governor-lamont-activates-extreme-hot-weather-protocol-for-the-coming-week

06/11/2024

Hi !
This coming Saturday, Bikers Against Animal Cruelty is having a bake sale and raffle, hosted by Winsted Feed & Supply at their store, located at 240 New Hartford Road (Rte.44) in Barkhamsted. The event is from 10AM to 3PM, rain or shine!
B.A.A.C. will have a full setup of all of our merchandise for sale.
We're still accepting baked good for our sales well!
Stop by and meet the B.A.A.C. Crew! Enjoy a baked good! Maybe win some raffle prizes! Get your Membership Application!
Don't forget to stock up on all your pet care needs while you are there! B.A.A.C. will also be accepting pet food and supply donations!
See you on Saturday!

05/07/2024

The world of animal control has lost a true animal welfare warrior. Gary Wilson was a kindhearted friend that always put others first. He kept himself busy by always doing for others.
Rest in paradise my friend .... Until we meet again.

Obituary for Gary A. Wilson
Gary A. Wilson, 61, passed away after a short battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He leaves behind many associates and friends, especially Barbara Galica, Tina Binheimer, Jennifer Miller (Tim), Rob Wilson (Evelyn), as well as two beloved Golden Retrievers Max and Kash, who were all at his side assisting him through his final journey. Gary also leaves step siblings Colleen Lozier (Jay Griffin) and Ted Williams, as well as his friends since childhood Jack and Kent Dungfelder. He was predeceased by his father Curtis Wilson and mother Madeline “Joyce” (Haynes) Wilson. Gary was a true Patriot and loved his country. He served in the US Navy from 1981 to 1985 and Navy Reserves from 1985 to 1987 as an Aviation Structural Mechanic working on the VS-28 Gamblers. During those years, Gary had multiple deployments to Beirut, Lebanon as well as Grenada during Operation Urgent Fury and was proud to be aboard “his ship”, the USS Independence (CV-62). Gary honorably discharged at the rank of AME3 and earned Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2 awards), Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Expeditionary Ribbon (2 awards), and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. Besides his country, Gary’s passion was protecting animals. He did this over his years by working in many roles such as Animal Cruelty Investigator for the CT Humane Society, Municipal Animal Control Officer for several towns, and Animal Inspector. The last five years prior to his passing, Gary worked as a State Animal Control Officer for the CT Department of Agriculture of which he was the most proud of. Besides his country, friends, and animals, Gary loved helping his community. He did this in various ways, however, he is most proud of being a member of the Stafford Fire Department No. 1 as an Engineer, EMR, attended many school events and Safety Days as well as being member of Tolland County Dive Team, both of which he was still an active member. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 3:00-5:00 PM at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial will be held at a later date at the State of Connecticut Veterans' Cemetery, Middletown, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to an animal rescue charity of choice, or to Stafford Fire Department No. 1, P.O. Box 147, Staffordville, CT 06077. To leave a condolence online, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com

04/08/2024

What amazes me most about natural phenomenons is that the entire forest is quiet. They know something is happening but don't know what. You could literally hear a pin drop here.

02/13/2024

Animal Control was contacted this morning by a woman on Raymond Drive saying that last night a Black and White cat ( sorry no picture) showed up at her house wanting to come in. She made a shelter for the cat on her porch/deck. If anyone is missing a black and white cat in that area please call 860-978-1876 and I will get you in touch with the woman.

01/18/2024

Gov. Lamont activates Connecticut COLD WEATHER protocol.
Connecticut State Residents:
NO PETS ARE TO BE LEFT OUTSIDE, TETHERED OR OTHERWISE. THIS ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT IMMEDIATELY THROUGH MONDAY 01/22/2024 AT NOON.

Please read and familiarize yourself with Ct. state statute 22-350(b) ;

"(b) No person shall tether a dog outdoors to a stationary object or to a mobile device, including, but not limited to, a trolley or a pulley, when a weather advisory or warning is issued by local, state or federal authorities or when outdoor environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow or hail, pose an adverse risk to the health or safety of such dog based on such dog's breed, age or physical condition, unless tethering is for a duration of not longer than fifteen minutes."

With thanks to Connecticut Votes For Animals, here is a simple to use guideline:

01/18/2024

Milo is a white 4 month old Shepard missing from Barkhamsted, Lavander rd, Ratlum rd ,Woodland acres area …please if you live in that area please check your cameras or maybe barns/sheds.
Or Please keep a lookout if you are driving in that area.
If you see him please call Animal Control (860)-978-1876 or (860) 309-7228

12/17/2023

Without further ado!
Madison's DNA results are :
Nobody guessed that!!

12/17/2023

For those of you playing along, Madison's DNA results are back!
Before I open the results, is there anyone else that would like to take a guess as to what breeds of dog are in her makeup? Let's challenge your mind! What do you see in her?!?
Keep in mind, she came to us at about 7 weeks old, as a "pure breed Labrador Retreiver" as was described on her Craigslist advertisement. 😁

I'll start it off:
Lab, Greyhound, White Shepherd.

Your turn! And thanks for playing along!

12/12/2023

UPDATE:

OWNER LOCATED. Thanks again for sharing!

12/12/2023

UPDATE:
OWNER LOCATED. Thanks for sharing!

11/28/2023

Seeking information from pet owners that are caring for an animal with a stomach ulcer. This message below was written by a dear friend of mine and she's looking for others experiencing the same.
She wrires:
" So... My personal dog, Dulie, (spayed, Pug) just celebrated her 16 years and 8 months on this floating rock on the 21st of this month!! 👏🏽

Friday night and Saturday she was restless. She sleeps with me and she was moving every 30 minutes or so to get comfortable, but couldn't. By 7am she was whining and I could tell she was in pain. She drank some water and threw up bile. I rushed her straight to the vet. They opened at 8.

She just came home this evening. We are still waiting on results of testing and blood work, but the vet thinks it's a stomach Ulcer.
She needs a special diet and medicine.

I made this tonight for her. Chicken, boiled, rice, peas, carrots, green beans, corn, sweet potatoes and added fish oil and Vitamin E.

Is anyone else caring or know someone caring for a pet with an Ulcer? Please tell us what you do for them!

The Purina brand has the following ingredients:

Meat By-Products, Water Sufficient For Processing, Barley, Chicken, Rice, Soy Protein Isolate, Glycerin, Vegetable Oil (Source Of Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Tricalcium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Inulin, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, Fish Oil, Vitamin E Supplement, Magnesium Sulfate, Salt, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Copper Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin A Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite. D259019."

Please reply if you are, or have, treated a pet with a stomach ulcer.
Thanks so much!

11/19/2023

Look at these beauties! Both are immediately available for adoption through Harwinton and Litchfield Animal Control .
If I didn't have 4 already..... !
Please reach out to ACO Gero in Harwinton for any questions pertaining to these awesome pups! Please share these pups!
ADOPT. DON'T SHOP.

11/11/2023

Great news ! I received a call this morning from Alyssa and she said that Buddy has a new forever home!! There were a few folks that were in the stand-by just incase the first didn't work out! I absolutely LOVE how folks come out of the woodwork to help place a senior dog! This is truly inspiring and melts my heart as well as keeps me in check to remember that this is the EXACT reason that I continue to do this work after 28 years! Thank you all for sharing and caring! I TRULY APPRECIATE YOU ALL!
Les

09/28/2023

Go ahead, tell me again about how animals don't have feelings....
Seriously, tell me....I'll wait.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/825703972386288?mibextid=9drbnH

08/10/2023

My brother Dave brought this to my attention. What a story. How anyone could simply abandon their pet, last minute, without hesitation is far beyond my comprehension.

Unfortunately, Pennsylvania law isn't as stringent as other states, and if found guilty, this woman faces a small fine:

"(c) Abandonment of animals by owner.
(1) It shall be unlawful for any person to
abandon or attempt to abandon any dog
within the Commonwealth. Anyone
convicted of abandoning or attempting to
abandon any dog within the Commonwealth
shall pay a fine of not less than $30o and not
more than $1,000, plus costs."

The Allegheny County Police Department claimed on Facebook that a dog owner decided to leave their pet behind at an airport after they learned they couldn't fly with the canine without a crate.

08/02/2023

UPDATE :
ON 8/5/23 , it is reported that Loki is home safe and sound!
Thank you all for sharing ! Its true, sharing IS caring!

Windsor Locks, Ct. -
A fence jumping pup is lost in the woods.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=640106484885683&id=100066590107686&mibextid=Nif5oz

🌟🌟REUNITED🌟🌟
It is with great happiness to share that Loki is home. After jumping his fence 8/1/23, CTDGRV Shawn and Jen worked with owner, Victoria, to spread the word. Windsor Locks Open Forum did not disappoint – the community was instrumental in getting this pup home. Special thanks to Delmar &Wendy and Paul who were incredibly supportive and let us use their yards for trap set up. And the Foster family who recognized Loki today, and kept him safe until his owner could come get him. Loki is doing well and happy to be home with his very loving family.

Missing in Windsor Locks:
This handsome boy jumped the fence in his yard and is now missing. Please share this flyer and call in sightings immediately. Please do not chase him or call out. Lets get him home safe and sound.

07/18/2023

Coming up!! Saturday July 29th at 12 noon!
Hamden Center Park, Hamden, Ct. !! Stop by, visit the many vendors, listen to the bands, have a bite to eat, visit our booth for all of your Support gear/clothing needs and meet the B.A.A.C. crew! Don't forget, we're always accepting applications for membership! You do NOT need to ride a motorcycle to join our 501c3 Non-Profit organization!