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On vacation two years ago in New Hampshire, we saw two animals in need of help within a week of each other. The first was a sea gull who had gotten tangled in fishing line. We called Animal Control and they captured the bird and took it in. They called a few months later to inform us that her injuries were gone and she'd been set free. She had been malnourished since the line had been wrapped around her beak, and her wing and foot were broken. They fixed her right up! The second animal was a seal pup. It was laying on the beach, and was obviously very sick. Animal Control came again but it was too late for the poor little guy. I was impressed at Animal Control's speed getting to the scene, and by their compassion to the animals. Who knows, maybe they did try to help that pigeon? I didn't think they'd care about one little sea gull but they did.
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I'm sure it just depends on what city you live in and how much tax money they have to spend. I know around here animal control does just that - control animals. They do not have the resources to rescue. Unless the animal is a danger or a threat to public health or safety they usually suggest you call a vet or one of the wildlife rescue organizations such as Phoenix. Even then, those arganizations sometimes require you to deliver the bird/animal to them. I don't have any experience with private shelters and injured wildlife, so I don't know what would happen if one of them had been called.
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I am from Arlington and have been there many times. Please let me know what you have heard.
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Gee, the metroplex is becoming well represented on Pet Talk! But where are the Dallas County people?
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I heard from Mike Bass, director of animal control here in Arlington. I was glad he took the time to call me, and he sounded genuinely concerned.
He told me that he had a talk with the employee in question, and the employee admitted to not treating the dogs very well. He said this guy is going through some life-threatening medical procedures, and also stated very bluntly that this was no excuse for his behavior. Further action will be taken as they continue to look into this matter, but I kind of got the feeling that nothing else would be done at this time. Personally, I think that making the employee aware that someone knows about his behavior may be enough to make him stop doing it, or at least think twice before being mean to the animals. I hope, for their sake, I'm right.
He also gave me a little hope by saying that he is working hard to get a volunteer program implemented, and also fighting to get a vet on staff.
He didn't really address the problems of the lack of food, or the water buckets that were too high, except to say that the dogs are only fed once a day, with the exception of young puppies, and the mothers nursing their puppies. It was the answer I expected.
Overall, the conversation went very well. I could tell not only by what he said, but by the way he said it, that he cares very much for all the animals in his shelter, and I truly believe that with time, he will make things change. http://PetoftheDay.com/talk/smile.gif
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Thanks for the update and most of all thanks for getting involved. They need to watch this employee like a hawk. Hopefully he won't be working when there are not others around to supervise him. Like animals, humans can be rehabilitated but there are certain situations that are just not suited for certain individuals.
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Thanks for the info.. I will keep my eye out when I am there.
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