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Lost pets

Saratoga
Business
Owner Of Saratoga Springs Deli Abandons Woman's 'Sweet' Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps, She Claims Owner Of Saratoga Springs Deli Abandons Woman's 'Sweet' Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps, She Claims
Owner Of Saratoga Springs Deli Abandons Woman's 'Sweet' Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps, She Claims Calls to boycott a restaurant in the region are growing amid allegations that its owner abandoned a woman’s cat in sub-freezing temperatures. Saratoga County eatery Spring Street Deli & Pizzeria, located in Saratoga Springs, has disabled its Facebook comments, deleted its Instagram account, and is receiving a barrage of angry reviews on Yelp. The backlash comes after owner Anthony Gargano reportedly grew fed up with the “sweet” ginger cat, named Kane, showing up to his Spring Street eatery, where it was “loved by many” and often fed by employees, according to a GoFundMe. On the night o…

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by Michael Mashburn
Burlington
News
New Year's Eve Blaze Claims Everything Including Pets From Tabernacle Family New Year's Eve Blaze Claims Everything Including Pets From Tabernacle Family
New Year's Eve Blaze Claims Everything Including Pets From Tabernacle Family A family from Burlington County lost everything including their pets when their home burned on New Year's Eve, according to a GoFundMe campaign. The fire at the Chilkotowsky home in Tabernacle started on Dec. 30 and continued burning into Dec. 31, according to the Tabernacle Fire Department. Crews arrived on Quint 4314 and completed interior operations, fire officials said on Facebook. "With the assistance of multiple neighboring agencies we were able to keep a majority of the fire damage to the room of origin," firefighters said. Tabernacle firefighters were then called to help put …

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by Jon Craig
Charles
Lifestyle
Be On The Lookout For Missing Emu Taking Sunday Stroll In Charles County Be On The Lookout For Missing Emu Taking Sunday Stroll In Charles County
Be On The Lookout For Missing Emu Taking Sunday Stroll In Charles County Seen this guy?  Roscoe P. Coltrane, a beloved emu who lost his Black Lab best buddy in Charles County is on the loose in White Plains, and his owner is hoping to bring him home safely. At approximately 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 25, the owner said that the emu got spooked by a delivery driver bringing firewood to her farm and snaked his way through a fence and ran out toward Route 301 before ultimately circling back to her neighborhood. The emu's story is one of tragedy and joy, as he became buddies with a Black Lab who was later killed. He then got bored and would break out of his fence…

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by Zak Failla
Warren Hunterdon
Police & Fire
KNOW HIM? Police Find Beautiful Dog While On Patrol In Flemington KNOW HIM? Police Find Beautiful Dog While On Patrol In Flemington
Know HIM? Police Find Beautiful Dog While On Patrol In Flemington This dog was found by police while on patrol at Broad and Willaim streets. Please contact the Flemington Police Department at 908-782-3434 if you know the owner.

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by Jon Craig
Mercer
News
Owner Of Golden Retriever Found In West Windsor Owner Of Golden Retriever Found In West Windsor
Owner Of Golden Retriever Found In West Windsor UPDATE: The dog's owner wss located, police said. ORIGINAL STORY: A Golden Retriever has been found in West Windsor Local police seek the public's help locating his owner.  The dog was found near Conover and Edinburg roads, police said.  Contact West Windsor Police Department if you are the owner. 

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by Jon Craig
Fairfax
News
Virginia Family Looking For New Dog Reunites With Old Dog At Shelter Virginia Family Looking For New Dog Reunites With Old Dog At Shelter
Virginia Family Looking For New Dog Reunites With Old Dog At Shelter A Virginia family had a heartwarming reunion with their old dog while looking to adopt a new dog. The tight-knit group had been looking for a new pet but just hadn't felt a connection yet. But, when they went to the Fairfax County Animal Shelter, they were met with an unexpected surprise. "As they were leaving, one of the kids noticed the pictures of more available dogs… and suddenly there was a connection, because one of our dogs looked just like their last dog," the shelter wrote in Friday, Oct. 21 Facebook post. After getting a closer look, the family realized it was their dog, who h…

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by Nicole Acosta
Suffolk NY
Police & Fire
'Lost Pet Network' Helps Reunite Dog With Family In Wading River 'Lost Pet Network' Helps Reunite Dog With Family In Wading River
'Lost Pet Network' Helps Reunite Dog With Family In Wading River A lost dog was reunited with its family on Long Island thanks to the local "Lost Pet Network." Parson, a 4-year-old terrier mix, was reported missing in Wading River on the morning of Tuesday, Aug. 30, according to Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. The Sheriff's social media page shared notices about the lost dog as part of the "Sheriff's Lost Pet Network." HELP US LOCATE PARSONHelp us find PARSON. He is a 4 year old Terrier Mix, white w/brn & blk on his face. Last seen in Wading River, near White Spruce Drive. He has tags that say "Wagging Tails Rescue."If you see Parson or …

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by Nicole Valinote
Lancaster
Lifestyle
How Andy Griffith Show Helped Reunite Rare Dancing Bird From PA With Family Years Later How Andy Griffith Show Helped Reunite Rare Dancing Bird From PA With Family Years Later
How Andy Griffith Show Helped Reunite Rare Dancing Bird From PA With Family Years Later A dancing cockatiel has been reunited with its owners years after it went missing. The cockatiel was found in the rain at Christ United Methodist Church in Lancaster and was reunited thanks in part to the Andy Griffith Show, the Organization for Responsible Care of Animals said in a statement on social media. Jasen Arriaga had lost his pet bird “Lucky” almost two years ago after he flew out a window, but within an hour of ORCA posting a photo of the found bird, he had contacted the organization. You know what they say… when it rains, it pours!🌧 These 2 were both found outside, seemi…

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by Jillian Pikora
Burlington
News
South Jersey Cat Gets Old Life Back Thanks To Microchip South Jersey Cat Gets Old Life Back Thanks To Microchip
South Jersey Cat Gets Old Life Back Thanks To Microchip A cat that went missing for two years in Burlington County was reunited with his rightful owner this week thanks to animal rescue workers -- and a microchip.  A Mount Laurel resident found Alexander and brought the cat to the Burlington County Animal Shelter on March 9.  Shelter staff discovered that the frightened cat was microchipped, according to the Animal Welfare Association in Voorhees, Camden County. Staff discovered that the microchip, about the size of a grain of rice, was planted by the AWA at a public pet clinic. Alexander’s owner, Lila Wynne, received a call from AWA…

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by Jon Craig
Brookfield
Police & Fire
Dog 'Allegedly' Thrown From Vehicle Returned To Owner In Fairfield County, Police Say Dog 'Allegedly' Thrown From Vehicle Returned To Owner In Fairfield County, Police Say
Dog 'Allegedly' Thrown From Vehicle Returned To Owner In Fairfield County, Police Say A dog that was allegedly thrown from a vehicle earlier this month has been returned to its owner. The incident took place just after 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, when Norwalk Police received a 911 call that a dog had been thrown from a moving vehicle on Connecticut Avenue near Keeler Avenue, said Sgt. Sofia Gulino. An Animal Control Officer and patrol officer responded to the scene and found the 911 call with the dog who received superficial scratches. According to Gulino, the caller said they saw hands coming out of the passenger side window and tossing an item. When the caller realized it…

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by Kathy Reakes
Ridgefield
Lifestyle
Wandering Potbelly Pig Reunited With Owner In Ridgefield Wandering Potbelly Pig Reunited With Owner In Ridgefield
Wandering Potbelly Pig Reunited With Owner In Ridgefield It only took a day for a lost potbelly pig to be reunited with her owner in Fairfield County. The pig, sorry, don't know her name, was found at 1:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21, wandering in the area of Barrack and Grandview in Ridgefield, said Ridgefield Police Department Animal Control Officer Kris Zulkeski. Zulkeski took the pig back to animal control and snapped a picture and posted it to Facebook in hopes of finding its owner. After more than 900 shares, the pig's owner was found and the two were reunited on Tuesday, Oct. 22.  "This is the first pig I have found in Ridgefield," Zulkes…

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by Kathy Reakes
Sussex
Police & Fire
SEEN HER? Reward Boosted For Missing Sussex County Seeing Eye Dog SEEN HER? Reward Boosted For Missing Sussex County Seeing Eye Dog
Seen HER? Reward Boosted For Missing Sussex County Seeing Eye Dog The reward for finding a seeing eye dog from Sussex County who’s been missing nearly 2½ weeks was increased Thursday to $6,000. An anonymous tip line also was established to report any sightings of Ondrea, the 14-month-old black and tan German shepherd who reportedly bolted on June 24 after pushing through an exterior door with a broken latch at the Wantage home of a volunteer puppy raiser. Ondrea is fully grown -- about 50 pounds. She’s also microchipped and has a number tattooed in her right ear. “If anyone finds Ondrea, we will take her back with no questions asked,” said Peggy Gibbon…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Nassau
Lifestyle
Know Her? Stray Chihuahua Found In Oyster Bay Know Her? Stray Chihuahua Found In Oyster Bay
Know Her? Stray Chihuahua Found In Oyster Bay Do you know her? A stray chihuahua was found in Oyster Bay. The female black and white dog with her right eye missing was found with no chip or no collar. She is being cared for at the Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter at 150 Miller Place in Syosset.  Anyone with information may call the shelter at 516-677-5784.

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by Donna Christopher
Mount Pleasant
Lifestyle
Missing A Peacock? This One Is Wandering Around In Northern Westchester Missing A Peacock? This One Is Wandering Around In Northern Westchester
Missing A Peacock? This One Is Wandering Around In Northern Westchester Click here for an updated story: Something To Crow About: Owner Reunited With Missing Northern Westchester Peacock Missing a peacock? Yep, a peacock. One Bedford resident sure hopes she can find the owner of the big guy who landed in the fields of her Stonehill Road farm on Sunday, April 14. "He was just wondering around and looks in good health like he is somebody's pet," said Judy Richter who found the big bird Sunday afternoon. The farm owner locked the bird in one of her large stalls so he wouldn't get hurt and hopes she find his owner, because, well, she does…

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by Kathy Reakes
Fort Lee
Police & Fire
RETURNED! Women Who Took Yorkie Terrier Off Leonia Street Bring Him Back A Day Later RETURNED! Women Who Took Yorkie Terrier Off Leonia Street Bring Him Back A Day Later
Returned! Women Who Took Yorkie Terrier Off Leonia Street Bring Him Back A Day Later A 6-year-old Yorkie Terrier who two women picked up off a Leonia street Thursday morning brought him to Fort Lee police more than 24 hours later, authorities said. Leonia police said Friday that they were looking into why the women took the dog and why it took so long to return him. Anxious family members called police in Leonia and neighboring Fort Lee after Mochi, who’d been running loose, was grabbed near the intersection of Fort Lee Road and Chestnut Street, a quarter-mile west of Route 46, around 10:30 a.m. Thursday. The women -- both blondes, between 40 and 50 years old and riding in…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Peekskill
Lifestyle
Bird's The Word: Does Parrot Found In Peekskill Belong To You? Bird's The Word: Does Parrot Found In Peekskill Belong To You?
Bird's The Word: Does Parrot Found In Peekskill Belong To You? Missing a parrot? The Peekskill Police Department has issued an alert to the community after finding a “fine feathered friend” in the downtown area. The parrot was safely recovered and is currently resting at the Peekskill Police Department. On Facebook, the department joked that it's hesitant to post a photo of the parrot, “since we've already had three people claim he was theirs, and they were our cops.”  But even without releasing a photo, they are actively getting out the word about the bird. Anyone who knows the parrot’s proper owner or is missing their pet can contact poli…

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by Zak Failla
Yonkers
Neighbors
Heartbroken Owner Reunited With Stolen Dog In Westchester Heartbroken Owner Reunited With Stolen Dog In Westchester
Heartbroken Owner Reunited With Stolen Dog In Westchester A homeless man in Westchester County attempted to sell a stolen dog near Mount Vernon that has since been returned to its owner. On Valentine’s Day, Steven Carino, of Bedford, reported that his dog was stolen from his car while it was parked in a Scarsdale shopping center. The missing dog led to a massive search in Westchester and a posted $5,000 reward. “Oliver, my beloved dog was stolen out of my car on Valentine’s Day at 1119 Central Park (Ave.),” he wrote on a flier as he attempted to track down his canine. “I ran into the cigar store to buy a few cigars. If you took him, or you know an…

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by Zak Failla
Mount Pleasant
News
Know Them? Pair Of Chihuahuas Found In Westchester Know Them? Pair Of Chihuahuas Found In Westchester
Know Them? Pair Of Chihuahuas Found In Westchester Do you know them? A Fairfield County resident found the two dogs roaming in the southern Westchester County area.  "Although these dogs most likely are from out of state, we are hoping the owner will see this post through social media," the Ridgefield Police Department said. The two dogs are: Chocolate Brown female chihuahua, no chip, no collar  Salt and pepper wire haired chihuahua female, no chip, no collar. Anyone with information about the dogs, please call Animal Control at 203-431-2711. Share this story on Facebook by clicking on the Facebook icon below. Check back…

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by Daily Voice
Hackensack
News
SEEN HER? Hospitalized Owner Desperately Seeks Dog Who Bolted From I-95 Crash SEEN HER? Hospitalized Owner Desperately Seeks Dog Who Bolted From I-95 Crash
Seen HER? Hospitalized Owner Desperately Seeks Dog Who Bolted From I-95 Crash A dog owner who on Sunday was undergoing surgery to fix her jaw injured in crash is desperate to find her dog who bolted from the scene early Saturday morning on Interstate 95 in Teaneck. Akela, a hound mix, has been spotted in busy areas close to Route 4 in Hackensack, Teaneck and Bogota since the 2 a.m. collision Saturday. The dog is frightened easily and should not be chased. Her owner was in surgery to fix her jaw, which was injured in the crash, and is asking for the public's help in locating her dog. AkelaContributed Anyone who sees Akela is encouraged to call 201-988-8563.

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by Cecilia Levine
Mount Pleasant
Lifestyle
Dog Found In Florida 18 Months After Going Missing In New York Dog Found In Florida 18 Months After Going Missing In New York
Dog Found In Florida 18 Months After Going Missing In New York Sinatra will be back in New York. Sinatra the dog, that is. The brown-and-white Husky who disappeared from his home in Brooklyn 18 months ago was found wandering in a Seffner, Florida neighborhood this month. The 5-year-old went missing not long after a 16-year-old girl, Zion Willis, in the family that owns him died in a tragic gun accident, according to the Tampa Bay Times. Sinatra had been the late girl's constant companion, the report said. Sinatra is due to be reunited with his New York family on Sunday, Nov. 25. He must have some story to tell. If only he could. It rem…

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by Joe Lombardi
Westport
Lifestyle
Know Her? Chocolate Labrador Retriever Found In Westport Know Her? Chocolate Labrador Retriever Found In Westport
Know Her? Chocolate Labrador Retriever Found In Westport Do you know her? Members of the Westport Police Department are hopeful of reuniting an elderly chocolate Labrador that was recently found near a High Point Road home. She is currently being held at Westport Animal Control. Police said that the “shelter staff firmly believes she is someone's dog and would like to do all that we can to reunite her with her family in the twilight years of her life.” Anyone who recognizes the dog, or knows its owners has been asked to contact Westport Animal Control by calling (203) 341-5076.

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield
Lifestyle
Seen Him? Beagle Goes Missing Near Borders Of Fairfield, Easton, Trumbull Seen Him? Beagle Goes Missing Near Borders Of Fairfield, Easton, Trumbull
Seen Him? Beagle Goes Missing Near Borders Of Fairfield, Easton, Trumbull Have you seen him? A reward has been issued by a devastated family that is hopeful of the community’s assistance as they attempt to track down their dog that went missing overnight. Finn is a 7-year-old neutered male beagle, weighing approximately 37 pounds. He has a brown and white coat, with brown eyes. His owners said he is very friendly, though he does not have any tags or collar on. He is, however; microchipped. The beagle was last seen on Stevenson Road in Fairfield, near the border of Easton and Trumbull. His owners said he could be “anywhere.” An undisclosed reward has been offered…

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by Zak Failla
Yorktown
Lifestyle
Seen Her? Yorkie Puppy Goes Missing In Yorktown Seen Her? Yorkie Puppy Goes Missing In Yorktown
Seen Her? Yorkie Puppy Goes Missing In Yorktown Have you seen Luna? Her owner, Celia Valez asked Daily Voice to ask readers for help finding the family puppy. She is an 18-month-old teacup Yorkie that went missing on Tuesday July 24 between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Luna was last seen on Wildwood Street in Yorktown Heights, where the Valez family lives.   "We are absolutely heartbroken and have been in contact with the Vets, shelters and animal hospitals in the area," Valez told Daily Voice, as well as television news and the Yorktown Police Department. The family also distributed posters with Luna's photo and mo…

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by Jon Craig
Clarkstown
Lifestyle
Dog That Ran Off During Fireworks Reunited With New City Owner Dog That Ran Off During Fireworks Reunited With New City Owner
Dog That Ran Off During Fireworks Reunited With New City Owner Reunited, and it feels so good. A dog that got spooked by the Fourth of July fireworks in New City and ran off has been reunited with his family after a little help from Clarkstown police officers and some Good Samaritans. Bones is back home with his owner, Nick, in New City, who police said was “ecstatic” to get his dog back after he was found by a nearby resident, Allison, around Omni Park. “Here’s a great story to start the weekend,” members of the Clarkstown Police Department posted on Facebook, with a photo of the reunion. “Here is the evidence that Nick and bones are reunited. Everyo…

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by Zak Failla
Ridgefield
Lifestyle
Know Her? Loose Dog Found In Ridgefield Know Her? Loose Dog Found In Ridgefield
Know Her? Loose Dog Found In Ridgefield Recognize her?  Police in Ridgefield are hopeful of the public’s assistance as they attempt to reunite a missing dog with her family. The Ridgefield Police Department issued an alert on Thursday after a spayed female hound mix was found roaming in the area on Wednesday afternoon. The dog has no chip and was sporting a green collar when he was picked up. Anyone who may recognize the canine, or knows of its owners have been asked to contact Animal Control by calling (203) 431-2711. You can share this story on Facebook by clicking on the Facebook icon below.

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by Zak Failla
Ramapo
News
Know It? Loose German Shepherd Found In Ramapo Know It? Loose German Shepherd Found In Ramapo
Know It? Loose German Shepherd Found In Ramapo Police in Ramapo are hopeful of the public’s assistance in reuniting a lost dog with its family in Sloatsburg. The Ramapo Police Department assisted with a lost German Shepherd who was found wandering in the area of Johnsontown Road early on Wednesday morning. The dog has since been transported to the Hi-Tor Animal Care Center in Pomona for safekeeping. Anyone who may recognize the dog or knows its owners can contact the Ramapo Police Department by calling (845) 357-2400 or Hi-Tor by calling (845) 354-7900. This information 

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by Zak Failla
Eastchester
Neighbors
Know Her? Tuckahoe Police Seek To Find Family Of Pit Bull Found Overnight Know Her? Tuckahoe Police Seek To Find Family Of Pit Bull Found Overnight
Know Her? Tuckahoe Police Seek To Find Family Of Pit Bull Found Overnight Police in Tuckahoe are seeking the public’s assistance as they search for the family of a pit bull that was found by patrol officers in the village overnight. Officers on patrol at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning spotted the dog near the intersection of Main Street and Midland Place without tags or other identifying information. Police said that they are hopeful to reunite the pit bull - which is brown with white markings on its face, chest and paws - with its family. Anyone with information or who recognizes the dog has been asked to contact the Tuckahoe Police Department by ca…

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by Zak Failla
Northern Highlands
News
FOUND! Midland Park Dog With Cancer Returns Home FOUND! Midland Park Dog With Cancer Returns Home
Found! Midland Park Dog With Cancer Returns Home UPDATE: A Midland Park dog who went missing this week in Glen Rock has been found. ** ORIGINAL STORY ** A second dog has gone missing this week in Bergen County -- this time in the Fair Lawn/Glen Rock area. The Midland Park owners are withholding the dog's name because he is very skittish and will run if approached or called out to. He has shaved front legs and was lost on Friday morning after undergoing chemotherapy treatments in Glen Rock. He was last seen near his vet on Prospect Street and Saddle River Road. Anyone who spots the dog is asked to take a picture and call (201) 638-4609.…

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by Cecilia Levine
Cliffside Park-Edgewater
News
SEEN HER? Search Continues For Missing Cliffside Park Lab Pup SEEN HER? Search Continues For Missing Cliffside Park Lab Pup
Seen HER? Search Continues For Missing Cliffside Park Lab Pup CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. -- The desperate search for a missing Labrador puppy from Cliffside Park reached five days on Monday. Abby went missing around 11 a.m. last Wednesday, Alen Guner said. "She is very friendly and scared of loud noises," he said. If you see Abby or know where to find her, please call Guner: (201) 214-8031.

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by Jerry DeMarco
Putnam
News
Know It? Loose Ferret Found On Route 6N Know It? Loose Ferret Found On Route 6N
Know It? Loose Ferret Found On Route 6N Good Samaritans in Mahopac are hoping to reunite a missing ferret with its family. Niko, who was described as a skinny gray ferret with big eyes was reported missing this week in Putnam County. He was last seen near South Lake Boulevard and Trailer Court in Mahopac. Anyone who recognizes Nico or who may know its owner has been asked to call (347) 213-1382 or email 4883912@pawboost-mail.com. This information can be shared on social media by clicking below.

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by Zak Failla
Northwest Dutchess
Neighbors
Lost Dog Reunited With Owner In Red Hook Lost Dog Reunited With Owner In Red Hook
Lost Dog Reunited With Owner In Red Hook RED HOOK, N.Y. --- It was a joyous reunion between man and his best friend in Red Hook. A lost dog was reunited with his owner in Red Hook after an overwhelming response to a Facebook post by the Red Hook Police Department.  The dog was found at 79 Hapeman Hill Rd. and the post was shared 1,100 times by 45,184 people. A Rhode Island resident, who previously lived in Red Hook, recognized the dog and contacted police.  The owner is an elderly resident who has owned the dog for 17 years. "Since his wife's passing she is his only companion and was very excited to have her back," Red…

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by Sam Barron