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Kev,
Thanks for calling me. I was in Dollar General with a 17lb bag on dog food for Lady when I answered your call. I started jumping up and down with this bag of food on my shoulder, lol. I did not care who looked at me, I just replied "good news" and continued to jump and smile and laugh saying "YES!"
Our prayers are still with Johnny and Lady says WOOF WOOF!!!!
Kelly:D:D
yeaa!Quote:
Originally Posted by Whysmom
to all accounts!
details when available with permission :)
Thanks so much for posting!!!
Our prayers have been answered! Oh, what great news all around! Jonny came through his surgery like a trooper, he's eating, AND wagging his tail, and now this news, that the evil culprits have been arrested! Oh, what great news!:) Such cruelty cannot go unpunished!
Thanks so much Trish, for your encouraging updates; we love you, all of you there at the center, for taking such great care of Jonny, for ALL of the great work you do for so many animals in need!
Jason, Laura, (the video was heart wrenching Laura, *tears*) Kev, everyone who's helped, cared, cried, donated, posted...what a great group of people!
Keeping fingers and paws crossed for more encouraging updates!
We love you, Jonny!:love:
I bet the boy that was brought back to the scene to see the damage he caused is no longer smiling.
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Originally Posted by Kev68
That is what I was hoping, too. There's a connection between cruelty to animals and psychiatric illnesses, and there are criminals out there with mental conditions. I agree with MoonandBean's hope that these youngsters will learn something and can be rehabilitated.Quote:
Originally Posted by MoonandBean
Could someone please give Jonny a big, Big, BIG hug from me?!
When Jonny is ready to leave the hospital, he will go home with Jason, correct? Or if Jason is away for military training, Jonny has somewhere else to go until Jason returns?
Thanks,
elyse
Mel I think I owe you a very BIG Thank you for posting your first post, I was leaving that information out because I am the witness to what happened. I was informaed that e-mails and phone calls were coming into the Sheriff's Office in the matter.Quote:
Originally Posted by MEL
Oh, Just recieved a Phone Call From Kristy Davis @ our local Channel 2 news www.wbrz.com they are on their way here so I have to get ready for their Arrival. Will Post afterwards.
Deputies say youngsters beat a dog with a bat
Posted: Jul 23, 2010 1:42 PM CDT
Updated: Jul 23, 2010 1:47 PM CDT
Deputies say youngsters beat a dog with a BAT
SPRINGFIELD, LA (WAFB) - Authorities arrested three teenagers for their suspected involvement in badly beating a dog in Springfield Saturday night. They believe a 7-year-old boy was also involved, but he is too young to be charged.
According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, a 15-year-old boy, 16-year-old boy and 13-year-old girl face animal cruelty charges. after an adult dog was found severely beaten and bloody on Pardue Road around 11 p.m.
Witnesses who called emergency officials identified the teens to investigators.
Deputies suspect the 15-year-old boy actually hit the dog with the bat. They said he hit the animal in the head.
The dog is recovering at a veterinary clinic and is expected to pull through.
The teen was charged with aggravated cruelty to animals and placed in the Florida Parish Detention Center.
The other teens are accused of luring the dog off the porch. They were each charged with principal to aggravated cruelty to animals. They were released to the custody of their parents pending court proceedings.
Detectives called the parents of the small boy to let them know what happened and recommended counseling for him.
By law, he could not be criminally charged.
According to the sheriff's office, a person convicted for aggravated cruelty to animals can be sentenced to up to 10 years in prison and/or issued a $25,000 fine.
Copyright 2010 WAFB. All rights reserved.
Kevin
YOu are very WELCOME!! As a pet lover and foster and rescuer, this made me sick to my stomach. I just rescued a 5-6 week old puppy that was thrown away in the raod to be run over. Thanks goodness, I did not run over him. Midnight is now safe at my home!!
thanks for posting the press release..
hope thatīll teach them.. and make them think twice about their actions.. no bad deed goes unpunished..
good job on all parts involved.. medical and law enforcement.. as well as the awesome supporters with donations and prayers..
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Originally Posted by caseysmom
They were 16, 15 and 13 years old. They think the 15 years old is the one who hit poor Johnny. There was also a 7 year old involved but "it" was not arrested.
Thank you so much for the follow-up! We are glad to hear justice has a chance to be done.
How awesome is this!!?!??!!!!! I'm so happy that justice is occurring, not only for Johnny's sake, but for those children. I feel bad for those children to think that doing this is okay. I truly hope they get some help and learn how to handle animals correctly. The children may be upset about it, but this is what is best for them... they need to learn that we love animals, not beat them.
Hey Everyone,
Kev, do tell the media that JW would always wag his tail and look up at you with his big beautiful greenish brown eyes, play with humans and all the other dogs, and would actually smile if a dog could. He would lick you just to say "Hello, I'm Johnny, how are you? I showed up here in this neighborhood a little over 2 years ago because I was not welcomed where I came from. But all of you welcomed me with open paws and I love you. You took me in when there was nowhere else to go, kept me warm inside when the freezes and snow came, fed me and gave me water, bathed me, provided cool air in the heat. Thank you from the bottom of my paws. Also, HIGH PAWS, FEATHERS, CLAWS, NOSES, MOST OF ALL EYES (eyes from us to our humans) to the WORLD'S SUPPORT that I am still alive. No animal should have to go through neither abuse nor neglect."!!!!!
Well put!!!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by petfriend
Just go done with WBRZ, Kristy Davis is going to air his story at 10pm. I can't began to say how many times I mentioned PetTalk and the Louisiana Veterinary Referral Center and Trish. She said they were going to mention the Johnny Walker Fund. I gave them Trish's card and stated how helpful she has been taking these Donations.
Trish are you ready :D for more? They took a copy of the pics that Lauras Babies posted as well as the Video. They said they may have to edit the video if they air it. They want his breathing. Kristy said Jonny Walker's Story has to be the saddest thing she has ever heard. They didn't want the Graphic Photo because of kids watching the news.
this. is. awesome! :)
THANK you for the PRESS RELEASE!
WOW...would that this could grow big enough to change the heart of nations!:):love::D
I can only repeat thins others have said:
Laura:
- that card is wonderful!
- thanks for making the trip and representing PT!
- the photos and video are great to see.
- ya done good, raising da kid, Kev! LOL
JW Humans: good on you for pursuing all avenues!
Trish and colleagues: in some ways, you may think, just doing our jobs. But when we pet owners come in with a sick or injured pet, you folks do so much to reassure US as well as care for our pets. And with JW, you have really gone the extra mile. Reassuring donors who only know JW from here on PT, from cross posts on other forums and sites. Taking donations, phone calls and emails from all over, in addition to continuing to service the folks coming in, standing at the desk. THANK YOU.
JW: WE LOVE YA, BIG FELLA! Bet that first bowl of food tasted REALLY YUMMY, even though it was pureed, lol. Eating, wagging that tail, you keep on recovery, good boy.
Continued prayers for JW and his humans.
Prayers for the children referenced in the Press Release. May they get the treatment they need.
I am proud to be a member of this great community know as Pet Talk!
Well done, Kev...well done!:cool:Quote:
Just go done with WBRZ, Kristy Davis is going to air his story at 10pm. I can't began to say how many times I mentioned PetTalk and the Louisiana Veterinary Referral Center and Trish. She said they were going to mention the Johnny Walker Fund. I gave them Trish's card and stated how helpful she has been taking these Donations.
Trish are you ready :D for more? They took a copy of the pics that Lauras Babies posted as well as the Video. They said they may have to edit the video if they air it. They want his breathing. Kristy said Jonny Walker's Story has to be the saddest thing she has ever heard. They didn't want the Graphic Photo because of kids watching the news.
We love you, Johnny!:love:
Wow! This is all such great news! The arrests, the news coverage, the outpouring of love for this great dog! Thank you one and all! Hugs and love all 'round!:love: Gentle kisses to JW!
Hi All
im a newbie but I just wanted to tell EVERYONE just how SPECIAL YOU ARE!! YOU ROCK!!! We all came together to seek justice and help an innocent animal, one of GOD 'S creatures. There is power in numbers!! I have found thru my work reuniting lost Hurricane Katrina dogs with their owners, being a foster mom for a shelter or just rescuing an animal in need- people who love animals ARE VERY SPECIAL PEOPLE.
I am very proud to be a part if this group.
If I can every help you in any way, plz let me know.
Mary Elizabeth Lorio
Certified EARS (Emergency Animal Services Rescue) Volunteer
Animal Lover
Foster Mom for 4 legged furbabies
PS Special Thanks to those that reported the crime!!
I was lucky enough to get a call from Trish this evening. This awesome awesome awesome lady told me all the latest news and I am ecstatic!!!
This story is playing out exactly the way we all wanted it to. Jonny is getting better and these little pukes are under arrest. What could be better than this?
If anyone in the world needs to know there are still good people out there, they need to read this thread. I have never been so touched by anything.
Trish, you are one of the finest people I have ever met. You just do everything and act like it's normal. If the world had more selfless people like you, it would be a much better place.
Thanks a million times to everyone involved in getting this little guy the help he needs. ALL of you are doing a stellar job in putting this story out there to every place it can possibly go. Please, everyone of you, stop and give yourselves a big pat on the back for a job well done!!!!
I am jumping up and down to hear that he's eaten pureed food and justice is being served. Life is grand.
GET WELL JONNY!!!!! :)
I think this whole thing can be summed up in just a few little words ~~ there is power in numbers!
So many people came together to seek justice for this dear little dog, and it was such an immense success. The icing on the cake, is that an arrest has been made, and hopefully, punishment will given accordingly.
But it all comes down to just one thing - that Jonny got the treatment he needed and hopefully is on his way to a full recovery. What a lucky pup to be loved by so many. :love: Indeed - power in numbers...:)
Hi Mel Welcome to PetTalk,Quote:
Originally Posted by MEL
Your not to far away from us and I am the eyewitness that reported this crime. I see you belong here at PetTalk. Thanks you for all of your help so far. I know this is only half the battle.
They are showing clips on the the story with Pics that Laura's Babies took yesterday while we were visiting. Just remember everyone the story broke here first, and with everyone calling and e-mailing to keep Johnny in the SpotLight. I think the Sheriff's Office noticed the pressure was getting to intense and the had to get this investigation done and make the arrest. Again I want Thank Everyone for all this support and this on behalf of Jonny Walker and his Community.
WOW! I am so excited!!! :eek: Was watching WBRZ 6 pm news and at the end they said "Coming up tonight at 10, a story about a dog" and they showed several of MY PICTURES!! TRISH, your picture was on the 5 PM news! Did you see it?
I was so excited I didn't hear what else they said about the story coming at 10.. I NEVER expected to see MY pictures on the NEWS!! EVER! (so.... sorry! I lost it ok?:rolleyes: :D)
Awesome Laura!!!!!
Thanks for the news!!!
It's almost 10 - waiting for an update! :)
It was also aired on the other local news station WAFB at 6pm. Here's a link. The video is over to the left hand side.
http://www.wafb.com/Global/story.asp?S=12860794
I was so glad when it came on, hopefully the kids will get the max punishment allowed.
oops, it's on the right hand side not left.
emma Thanks for this update. Sadly this is Channel 9 out of Baton Rouge. I email them on July 19 which was on Monday about they story and have never heard from them. They would have had the exclusive with photos and the video.Quote:
Originally Posted by emma665196
Thanks for posting the link...I wish the news would have shown Jonny. I hope these children are punished.
How cool is it that your pictures are on the news!?!?! This is so good for Johnny, I'm sure love for him will be pouring out now!!! I hope the friend's of those children are embarrassed to call them friends. I would be.
They will be on wbrzQuote:
Originally Posted by CheckersMom
You know Kevlin, I bet nobody was planning to cover it until the kids were arrested, only THEN does it become news worthy. Before it was only someone making some unconfirmed accusations towards some kids. Sure, the dog was injured but he could have been hit by a car. There was enough evidence to charge them, THAT is why it made the news.... So WHO contacted channel 2 news? (That is what I want to know!)
At this time I want to publicly thank KAREN & PAUL for this wonderful web sight that I have seen so many miracles happen on in the years I have been here. The story was born in a small southern town but this was the vessel that allowed Johnny Walkers voice to be heard and his story told.. Once here, it spread around the world like a virus.. only faster than any virus I ever heard of. THANK YOU KAREN & PAUL for all the work you have to do to keep this place going! :love:
The news is about to come on...I saw KEVLIN on the short clip they just showed of what is on the news tonight..!!!!!
Will there be a raffle with the perpetrators being the prize?
As piņatas?
blue, I love that idea. Let those kids feel the pain poor Jonny felt.:(
That was my first "Family Friendly" thought for this thread.Quote:
Originally Posted by Daisy and Delilah
Just saw the story on WBRZ CHANNEL 2. JW IS SO cute!!!
OMG Pet Talk was ON TV.. it was talked about AND showed some of the post as they scrolled down the page!!
I think they did a wonderful job telling Johnny's story and they are putting a link for donations on their web sight too! Gosh, I hope they put that video on their sight so all of you can see it!!! It was presented so wonderfully!
So Pet Talkers, you made the news, Karen, your web sight was really shown and in a wonderful light!!
I had to laugh tho... I told Kevlin he looked fat on my TV.. :rolleyes: