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Newsweek
24-04-2025
- Newsweek
Heartbreak as Woman Caught on Camera Dumping 4 Small Dogs Outside Shelter
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A troubling incident unfolded outside a Texas shelter last Saturday when four dogs were abandoned on the property—three left inside the fenced yard, and one outside near a busy highway. The Denison Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) shelter captured the moment on a security camera and the footage has since been shared on social media. The video revealed a woman arriving in a silver Jeep and releasing the dogs without seeking assistance, despite the shelter's open bay doors and visible staff presence. Stephanie Phillips, president of DAWG, told Newsweek: "The shelter is an old fire station, so we have extra large bay doors that were open, and staff was present. She did not attempt to ask for assistance." "When we saw the camera footage, we came out and collected the animals. One had immediately gotten loose next to a busy highway, and staff members laid down in the driveway to catch her," she explained. Pictures from the video of the moment the dogs were abandoned outside the Texas shelter. Pictures from the video of the moment the dogs were abandoned outside the Texas shelter. The Denison Animal Welfare Group DAWG Following the incident, the woman later identified herself and left a voicemail admitting to the abandonment. Phillips contacted her, and she agreed to sign owner surrender forms and provide information about the dogs. "The dogs range in age from 1 year old to 6, and they were in general good health," Phillips said. "They have some minor medical issues that need to be addressed, and once those are taken care of, they will be spayed and neutered and offered for adoption." No criminal charges will be filed. Denison Animal Services Officers identified the woman, but the shelter chose not to pursue legal action, citing the best interests of the animals involved. Despite this, the shelter shared the video on Facebook to raise awareness and remind people that it is important to surrender animals through the proper channels. "Our staff was present, and the garage door was open, making this act unnecessary," they said on Facebook. Since the post, the shelter has closed the comments to prevent "rude" and "hateful" comments, but hope that the story will serve as a warning for people who may be thinking about surrendering an animal. In the first half of 2024, 3,118,000 animals entered U.S. shelters, including 1,533,000 dogs and 1,565,000 cats. Shelters often share stories of abandonments where previous pet owners have dumped animals without speaking to shelter workers, who iterate the importance of giving information when handing over animals. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Yahoo
Romeo puppy improving after allegedly dipped in boiling water by owner's daughter
The Brief A dog is recovering after suffering abuse allegedly by its owner's daughter. With 3rd degree burns over most of his body, Gideon had intense medical treatment. The group helping him recover is allowing visitors on Sunday to meet Gideon. MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. (FOX 2) - It's hard to believe that the spunky Jack Russell Terrier mix almost didn't survive one of the most unimaginable animal abuse cases in January after being dipped in boiling water, allegedly by the dog owner's daughter. What they're saying Kelly Lebonty, who is the director of Detroit Animal Welfare Group based in Romeo, took on the massive responsibility of rescuing this puppy from the Detroit home and, along with the vet and Gideon's foster family, has been providing constant care over the last 3 months. "I have been in anesthesia for 25 years, giving anesthesia to humans and taking care of animals for 13 years now, and he was in the most pain I have ever seen any living being." With 3rd degree burns over most of his body, Gideon had intense medical treatment which included fresh fish skin grafts, pain meds, creams, and daily bandage changes. "He was having nightmares and would wake himself up crying and fearful, and just didn't want to be touched by any humans. Even though he was a 3 or 4 month old puppy, he still knows," she said. Dig deeper Gideon has improved immensely, but Lebonty says he'll always have to deal with skin damage, limited mobility, and suffering physically and psychologically. Gideon had just recently turned the corner, playing with toys and humans. "There have been so many awesome people that have come together for Gideon from across the world," she said. So on Sunday, Gideon supporters will get to meet the courageous pup. DAWG, as the group is known, is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday at Bubbas in Macomb. Sadly, vet bills still need to be paid, and the fight to prioritize police investigations, prosecutions, and stronger sentences is far from over. What's next Ten weeks later, Lebonty says no one has been arrested for torturing and nearly killing little Gideon. In response, Prosecutor Worthy and her office say they are committed to this case, and it's still under investigation by Detroit police. They want those concerned about Gideon to know they have been working continuously on the case, and unlike TV crime shows, some cases take longer than others. What you can do For more information, you can check out the group's Facebook page by tapping here.
