Two lost dogs found in utica, authorities seeking to reunite with owners

UTICA, NY – The City of Utica Police Department reported that their Animal Control Officers have taken in two dogs this afternoon. A female pit bull, black and white in color, was found on Faas Avenue. Additionally, a male collie/shepherd mix, also black and white, was located on the 900 block of Warren Street.

Owners of these dogs, or anyone who might know the owners, are urged to contact the Squad Commander’s Office at 315-223-3461 to reclaim the animals.

Yonkers Police Department Welcomes First Facility K9s to Support Crime Victims and Officer Wellness
YONKERS, N.Y. – The Yonkers Police Department officially launched its new Facility Dog Program this week with the swearing-in of its first two Facility K9s, Nilsen and Gator, marking a new approach to supporting victims, strengthening community outreach, and promoting officer wellness. Unlike traditional police K9s trained for patrol, narcotics detection, or explosives work, Facility
Can You Legally Shoot a Groundhog Eating Your Garden in New Jersey? Here’s What State Law Says
Toms River, NJ – Few things frustrate home gardeners more than walking outside to find a vegetable garden destroyed overnight by a hungry groundhog. While many New Jersey homeowners wonder whether they can legally shoot a woodchuck that’s eating their crops, the answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no. Under the New
His smile wins hearts but Haze is still waiting for someone to choose him
Playful 2-year-old shelter dog is ready for a forever home JACKSON, N.J. — Haze has the playful personality, the favorite toy and the big smile that shelter volunteers say people are looking for, but the 2-year-old dog is still waiting for a family to take him home. The Friends of Northern Ocean County Animal Facility
After his best friend was adopted shelter pup was left behind
Affectionate 7-year-old dog hopes for a family of his own JACKSON, N.J. — Hikaru watched his kennel mate find a forever home, but the 7-year-old dog is still waiting for someone to choose him at the Ocean County Animal Facility. According to the Friends of Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, Hikaru is affectionate, enjoys going
Belly rubs tennis balls and a home that’s all Nala wants
Nine-year-old shelter resident hopes the right family will give her another home JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A sweet dog who once had a home is now waiting at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff hope a new family will give her another chance. Nala has been available for adoption at the Jackson Township

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