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D.C. ANIMAL WATCH
These were among cases handled by the Washington Humane Society. The society operates its shelter at 7319 Georgia Ave. NW and the District’s at 1201 New York Ave. NE. For informa- tion or assistance, 24 hours a day, call 202-723-5730 or visit www.
washhumane.org.
Dog Found in Stolen Car
SIXTH ST. NE, 1200 block, June 28. D.C. police requested assistance from Ani- mal Control after finding an aban- doned stolen car with a dog inside. The dog was impounded, and when no one came to claim it, it was made available for adoption.
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Collie Mix Abandoned
ANACOSTIA PARK SE, June 28. D.C. police requested assistance from Animal Control after discovering a dog tied to a secluded shed in a wooded area of the park. The collie mix appeared to have been abandoned for three or four days with no food or water. An Animal Control officer took the dog to the shelter, where it was made available
for adoption.
Traveling Stray Is Captured
GEORGETOWN, DUPONT CIRCLE AND LOGAN
CIRCLE AREAS, June 30-July 5. Animal Control received nearly 100 calls over a five-day period about a dog that was wandering in the area. The dog, thought to have been abandoned early last month near the Lincoln Memorial, resurfaced on the edge of Rock Creek Park in Georgetown on June 30. The animal was difficult to capture be- cause it was wandering near busy roadways. When the animal finally set- tled at Logan Circle, it was captured with the help of residents. The dog was being evaluated and was expected to be placed in a foster home.
Shepherd Surrendered
KANSAS AVE. NW, 3800 block, July 3. A Humane Society officer responding to a report found an elderly German shep- herd mix in a yard. The dog had open wounds on its ears and was being at- tacked by flies. Its owner said she was undergoing medical treatment and was unable to care for the dog. She also said that she could no longer help the dog go up and down stairs to bring it indoors. The owner decided to sur- render the dog to the society, and the officer took it to the shelter. It was ex- pected to go to a foster home.
Kittens Surrendered
45TH ST. NE, 1600 block, June 29. A Hu- mane Society officer responding to a call about a large number of cats living in a home discovered three cats in the residence. The owner’s cat had given birth to three kittens a few months earlier. One kitten was given to a rela- tive, but homes for the other two had not been found. The kittens were sur- rendered to the officer, who advised the owner on having the cat spayed.
Lab Mix Abandoned
4800 JAY ST. NE, July 1. A 3-year-old Lab- rador mix, which neighbors said had been tied up behind a vacant house for several days, was taken to the shelter and made available for adoption.
The following were among cases han- dled by the Washington Animal Res- cue League, 71 Oglethorpe St. NW. For
information, call 202-726-2556 or visit www.warl.org.
Pit Bull Has Spinal Injury
GEORGIA AVE., 7300 block, July 8. Hu- mane Society employees took a 4- year-old surrendered pit bull to the league’s medical center because the dog had suddenly lost the ability to stand or use its hind legs. X-rays showed the animal had a spinal injury and trauma. Arrangements were made for a neurologist to see the dog and perform emergency spinal surgery, if necessary.
Kitten Hurt in Possible Fall
FLORIDA AVE. NE, 800 block, July 3. A woman took a 4-month-old kitten to the league’s medical center because it had dried blood on its nose and eye- lids, and one of its eyes was swollen. Veterinarians determined that the cat had experienced head trauma, most likely from a fall. The owner said she was unaware of any trauma to the ani- mal. The kitten was treated and dis- charged to the owner.
Cocker Spaniel Treated
CLINTON, Cedar Lane, 8800 block, July 2. A man took a 2-year-old cocker spaniel to the league’s medical center because the dog was not using its hind legs and would not stand up on its own. The owner had treated the dog with flea and tick medication, which caused a rash to develop along the dog’s back and hind legs. Veterinarians found that the animal had ringworm, bad teeth and dirty ears, and its coat was filthy and matted. The dog was treated with antibiotics and other medication and was given several medicated baths to soothe its skin and coat. An appointment was also sched- uled to neuter the dog.
Yappy Hour Benefit
Wagtime Pet Spa & Boutique, 1232 Ninth St. NW, is hosting a yappy hour to benefit the Washington Animal Res- cue League from 4 to 8 p.m. July 26. The event will feature dog treats, cari- catures, ice cream, sushi and drinks. Tickets are $30; $25 in advance. For information, call 202-321-5226 or visit www.warl.org.
—Compiled by RIA MANGLAPUS
To Adopt an Animal
Zena, 3, was left tied behind a vacant house for several days. Neighborhood children fed her, then called the Washington Humane Society. The 48-pound dog is social and tolerates a leash well, according to the society. She was made available for adoption at the D.C. Animal Shelter.
»Washington Humane Society
Shelter, 7319 Georgia Ave. NW, offer animals for adoption. The D.C. shelter has viewing and adoption hours from noon to 8 p.m. weekdays except Wednesdays and noon to 5 p.m. weekends. Hours at the society’s shelter are noon to 7 p.m. daily. Pictures of other available animals can be seen at www.washhumane. org. For information, call the D.C. shelter, 202-576-6013, or the society’s shelter, 202-723-5730.
»The D.C. Animal Shelter,
1201 New York Ave. NE, and the
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