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11/28/2021

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11/17/2021

1,851 signatures are still needed! Support for Joker's Law

11/16/2021

To the person who abandoned a dog in our parking lot Sunday night.

I’d like to address this post to the person who dumped a dog in our parking lot Sunday, November 14th at about 6pm. I know you saw your dog frantically running in front of your car as you tried to pull out. You saw her anxiously running in circles in the parking lot as you pulled out without her. But as you then drove off like nothing happened, your dog went through something that she just cannot comprehend and neither, frankly, can we.

It is illegal in New York State to abandon an animal. So what you did is against the law. But more importantly, it was truly a heartless act. What you didn’t see is that your dog panicked after you left. Our staff was leaving about that time, which we believe you knew. You probably thought that our staff would find her and rescue her and there would be a happy ending. But, sadly, she panicked and, scared out of her head, she ran away from everyone. We had to back off so that she wouldn’t go into the busy highway. We lost her in the dark. Several of us tried but we couldn’t find her and she ran off in her terror and confusion.

We do know that a while later, she took off down the highway in the direction where she watched your car go. She was trying to find you. It was dark and raining and cold. We could see cars pull over as people tried to catch her. But no one could. Luckily, at some point she came back here, hoping you’d be back for her. How she managed to avoid getting killed in the highway is a miracle. There was nearly a car accident as people tried to avoid her. But she made it back here to the farm again hoping she’d see you here.

She still would not let us near her. But she huddled up against a door, under an overhang, trying desperately to stay out of the rain. We managed to get food out to her and a blanket – even though she ran off again. We prayed she’d return to that doorway. And she did. As soon as she saw the blanket, she tucked herself in a tiny ball trying to get warm. We checked on her all through the night. She still would not let us near her. She was terrified and shivering. I cannot even begin to tell you how helpless we felt. And that helplessness slowly grew as the night went on.

I can tell you that while you left having done what you felt you needed to do, we spent hours trying to help your dog. I stayed up most of the night watching our security cameras in hopes that at first light we could talk her in and get her to safety. She stayed huddled on that blanket clinging for warmth all night. It is a testament to her intelligence. You see, your irresponsibleness suddenly became our responsibility and even though we couldn’t touch her or get her inside, we stayed with her the only way we could through the dark, cold, and snowy night.

At daybreak she stirred from her little nest. She heard a vehicle drive into our parking lot. It was a workman. I knew that. But I watched her as her ears perked up and she sat upright. Her momentary burst of joy and relief. You see, she thought it was you coming back for her. She broke into a run towards the parking lot. About two thirds of the way down, she slowed way down, watching. Then she stopped. Her ears went down, her tail tucked under her once again, and she ran off the opposite direction. It wasn’t you and again she panicked.

But your former dog is incredibly smart. She was scared. But she reached deep down inside and followed her heart. We had food out and she ate. And then she came to the door of our facility and stood at the door looking in. We opened the door and she very timidly stepped in. She had found safety. She is so incredibly lucky.

Today, we are trying to help her through her despair of being abandoned by you. She is devastated. She doesn’t understand what she did to deserve this. She has no idea where you went or why you left her behind. We have now picked up the responsibility you once had to care for her. We will see her through to whatever comes next for her. But we thought you’d like to know what happened after you left. Because somewhere we know there is a part of you that does care. If you can learn one thing from this, know that animals love unconditionally and without judgement. Their hearts are pure. And they assume ours are too. So the pain in discovering that isn’t always true is a devastating blow. She will learn to trust again. I hope you understand what you threw away. And I hope you learn to be more responsible with another’s heart in the future.

11/16/2021

I'm In Love With Mud

I'm in love with mud,
It's sad, I know, but true.
I just can't help but splash in it,
Or stomp a path right through.

It's sticky and it's dirty,
And it covers all my clothes.
But when I see it lying there,
A voice inside me grows...
..You can't resist, you know I'm right,
It's fun to play in mud!
Look at it just sitting there,
I really think you should!

I splatter in the grimy gloop,
I can't resist the ooze!
I run, I jump, I stamp about,
It drips into my shoes!

©2003 Gareth Lancaster

11/11/2021

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11/04/2021

Unsure where to place your furbaby when traveling without her? In your own home with a dogsitter! DBA I Sleep with Dogs since 2010, Merrie Harrington provides security to your home, love to your dog, and daily care just as though you never left your dog’s side. Bonded. References. Email: [email protected].

11/04/2021

Please keep your eyes open!! Lost dog!! Woodbridge, VA - if seen call 571-235-5179

10/16/2021

10/16/2021

AT NYCACC
Name: Bear
*Please keep in mind the name of the animal given by care center workers at intake may not match your pets name, especially if found as a stray with no source of identification.
Animal ID 127229
Type Dog
S*x Unknown
Spayed / Neutered No
Color White / Brown
Age
Found Location Nearest Cross Street:E 169th St Found abandoned in empty apartment during NYCHA walkthrough
Franklin Avenue
BRONX, 10456
Breed Small Mixed Breed Cross
Date Found 9/28/2021
Animal Identification
Animal ID: 127229
Please take note of the Animal ID before contacting us

10/08/2021

👀 DO YOU KNOW ME?

I was found wandering on Old Waxpool Road by Waxpool Elementary School in ASHBURN, VA! I have a black and gray reflective type collar on but no tags - please SHARE so I can find my people 🐾

10/06/2021

Percy

09/24/2021

09/24/2021

BREAKING: HUGE WIN FOR PUPPIES! Judge Hollander just ruled that Maryland's ban on the sale of puppies and kittens in pet stores is legal and can remain in place! Just Puppies took the law to court and tried to argue that the law discriminated against out of state breeders. Luckily the Judge agrees with us: the only thing the law discriminates against is puppy mills, and that's legally sound policy!

09/22/2021

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