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Dog dies after being left in dumpster by Rusty's Pizza Parlor
Dog dies after being left in dumpster by Rusty's Pizza Parlor

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time09-05-2025

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Dog dies after being left in dumpster by Rusty's Pizza Parlor

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Animal Shelter says Rose died from blunt force trauma injuries most likely from being run over by a car. Video shows someone wrapping the injured dog in blankets before tossing her in a dumpster behind a locked gate surrounded by razor wire, and jump proof spikes. It happened at 2 a.m., Monday behind Rusty's Pizza Parlor on Niles Street. A worker with Rusty's Pizza Parlor says a homeless man brought their attention to the dog crying in the dumpster and they called animal control. Kern County Animal Services found the dog in the dumpster at 10:41 a.m. on Tuesday, more than eight hours after she was tossed in the trash. The worker thought Rose was dead, until Rose picked her head up and whimpered. Veterinary surgeon Nicole Eller is disgusted by the video. Eller said, 'I've never lived anywhere like this before. It breaks my heart on a daily basis.' Eller said it's a clear case of animal cruelty. 'Picking a dog up, and putting it in a dumpster when it's not dead, I mean, there's nothing right about that,' said Eller. 'There's nothing right here, (as she points to her heart). That's against the law.' KCAS Director Nick Cullen stated in an email to 17 News, 'Rose was deceased upon our arrival, and she appeared to be an American Pit Bull Terrier mix. Significant blunt force trauma, the type of trauma we typically see as a result of an animal being hit by a moving vehicle, was likely what led to her death. Though immediate veterinary care may have saved her if it had been provided promptly.' Cullen said it is not known how Rose' injuries were received. 'The only way to really tell for sure would be to do a full necropsy of the animal which means an autopsy in animal terms,' said Eller. Zach Skow, founder of Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, announces departure from organization KCAS states, if you find an injured animal in need of immediate care call animal control because officers are on call 24/7. 'I have never lived in a place like Kern County where you see the number of abandoned animals, injured animals, dumped animals, dumped puppies, dumped kittens. People need to step up, and take responsibility for their animals, and realize that they have emotions, they suffer pain…they deserve to be treated with dignity and respect,' said Eller. The worker at Rusty's Pizza Parlor who found Rose said her eyes were popped out of her skull from the impact. Cullen said she had no collar, no microchip, and KCAS named her Rose. If you know something say something, and email animalservices@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Kent County Animal Shelter: Watch out for pet surgery phone scam
Kent County Animal Shelter: Watch out for pet surgery phone scam

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time31-03-2025

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Kent County Animal Shelter: Watch out for pet surgery phone scam

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Kent County Animal Shelter is warning pet owners about a new scam targeting people who have lost their pets. Scammers are mirroring the shelter's phone number and contacting people who have posted about their lost pets. 'Do not fall for this!' the shelter said in a post on Facebook. 'KCAS will never ask for money over the phone. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact us directly. One community member said she recently got a call from what appeared to be the shelter's number. The caller claimed that her missing cat had been hit by a car and needed emergency surgery. She said the person on the phone told her the surgery would cost more than $4,000 and pressured her to pay immediately. Angela Hollinshead, the director of the Kent County Animal Shelter, said scammers often take advantage of people in vulnerable situations. 'Scammers are everywhere and they take advantage of anyone they can,' Hollinshead said. 'I'm really thankful the person called and reached out before they decided to send any money. It's really sad that someone would prey on somebody who's missing their pet in such a way.' Hollinshead says the scammers are likely finding targets through social media. Many people post about their lost pets on community groups and scammers can use that information to make their calls seem more convincing. '(Social media is) a great resource to help reunite people with their pets, but unfortunately, people are using this as the basis for their scam,' Hollinshead said. KCAS Pets of the Week: Charleen and Duke The Kent County Animal Shelter says it will never call and ask for money over the phone. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up, search for the shelter's number and then call yourself to verify what's going on. Hollinshead also recommended using safe and reliable tools to help find lost pets. One option is Petco Love Lost, which uses facial recognition to match lost and found animals. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Dog Abandoned in Parking Lot with Note Tied to Collar: ‘Please Help Me, Take Me Home'
Dog Abandoned in Parking Lot with Note Tied to Collar: ‘Please Help Me, Take Me Home'

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time18-02-2025

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Dog Abandoned in Parking Lot with Note Tied to Collar: ‘Please Help Me, Take Me Home'

An abandoned pup is looking for a new home. On Friday, Feb. 14, a dog was found in the parking lot of a Meijer grocery store in Kent County, Mich. with a handwritten note in a plastic bag tied to her collar. "My name is Rukey. Please help me, take me home," the message read. She was then taken to the Kent County Animal Shelter to be cared for and placed with a new family. Related: Michigan Shelter Seeking Answers After Finding Dog Tied to 'Do Not Abandon an Animal Here' Sign "To the person who had to make the heartbreaking decision to let her go — please know that Rukey is safe and deeply loved by our staff," the shelter wrote in a Facebook post on Friday. "We can only imagine how difficult this choice was for you, and we sincerely hope you find brighter days ahead," they continued. Rukey, described as a "sweet" dog with a "gentle personality," has already charmed the staff. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In the same post, KCAS director Angela Hollinshead reminded the Kent County community that "help is available" to those in need. "If you're struggling to feed yourself or your pet, please reach out. We can assist with food, connect you to social services, and help facilitate other resources as needed," she wrote. She also reminded everyone to "please be kind to yourself and others as "we never know the battles someone is silently facing." Related: Shelter Saves Abandoned Dog Left Tied to Pole in 'Freezing' Va. Weather, Asks Pup's Former Owner to 'Do Better' "If you need help, please ask. Our goal is to keep pets and families together, and we will do everything we can to provide resources to support and preserve the human-animal bond," she concluded. KCAS will continue to provide updates on Rukey until she is adopted. Read the original article on People

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