With Sally (above) are Humane Law Officer Jami Landry and Veterinarian Joseph Palamara.
The Dutchess County SPCA notified us of a truly incredible case of animal cruelty.
On Monday, DCSPCA humane law officers found a dog dumped in a charity clothing donation bin in Hyde Park in the parking lot of the Stop and Shop on St. Andrews Road.
A man had been emptying the donation bin and discovered a starving dog among the bags of clothing.
The dog is a small yellow mixed breed female, horribly emaciated. Officers said she had been in the bin for about a week, with daytime outside temperatures reaching 90 degrees.
DCSPCA Humane Law Supervisor Jami Landry said, "It must have been like an oven for the dog trapped inside."
In spite of her condition, the dog wagged her tail when she was rescued and was taken to the shelter where she received medical treatment. Despite severe malnourishment, and pending blood work, vets say her prognosis for recovery is good.
She been named Sally, short for Salvation.
The DCSPCA is seeking information that may lead to the identification and prosecution of the dog's owners. She was wearing a nylon collar with interwoven threads of orange, reflective silver and black. The collar was tied with a clothing line cord.
If anyone has any information about this dog, contact the DCSPCA Humane Law Department at 845-452-7722, ext. 104.
Sally and Humane Law Enforcement Officer Stephanie Fitzpatrick.UPDATE: People have asked about donating to help care for Sally. I am sure the DCSPCA would accept any contributions, but I cannot say whether they could be applied to this specific case. I have a call into Joyce Garrity, the executive director, and will post an answer as soon as I find out.
10 comments:
OMG how unbelievably cruel and heartless. I can only hope that whoever did this to this poor defenseless animal will someday learn what if feels like to suffer so painfully.
This is beyond despicable. The party/parties responsible are truly lacking a soul. Poor Sally - may she be fully restored to good health and a safe, loving home.
As far as I know, dogs are still consider "possessions" in NYS law.
Because of this, even if this person is caught, they probably face a slap on the wrist. A fine. Maybe a month in jail. New York should enforce stricter laws for cruelty to animals. Some humans are truly evil and their acts deserve to be punished.
any update on Sallie's Health???
Every time I think that humanity can't sink any further, a story like this comes around. How difficult would it have been for the lowlife to bring poor Sally to a shelter? May (s)he never come face to face with such indifference to his/her life.
Is there a fund set up to assist with Sally's treatment? Some of us would be happy to contribute. Also, please update when she's ready for adoption. I'm sure I'm not the only one who would love to have her!
3:54p.m.: I am sure the DCSPCA will gladly take contributions, if not for Sally, then the other animals that are being cared for there.
I'll attach a link to their Web site, so anyone can obtain information about donating.
3:52 p.m.: There will be a followup story in tomorrow's Poughkeepsie Journal, print and Web editions.
Please keep us updated on Sally's condition, as well as any news about the DCSPCA.
Have they determined how old she is? Has anyone offered to adopt her?
They think Sally is about 2 years old based on her teeth.
I would think people would be lining up to adopt Sally, but it will be several months before that can be considered.
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