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42 Cats Rescued From Derby Home In 'Deplorable Condition' 42 Cats Rescued From Derby Home In 'Deplorable Condition'
42 Cats Rescued From Derby Home In 'Deplorable Condition' Dozens of cats were rescued from a home during an operation that involved several agencies after the home's resident let animal control officials inside. The incident took place in New Haven County around 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 15, on Hawkins Street in Derby, according to Derby Mayor Richard Dziekan. Forty-two cats were rescued from inside the home in what animal officials are calling a hoarding situation, the Mayor's Office said. The home, which was in "deplorable condition," was cleared of the cats by officials from: Shelton Animal Control Dan Cosgrove Animal Control Newtown Anim…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Police In CT Seek Clues, Donations After Dog Found Shot In Picnic Area Police In CT Seek Clues, Donations After Dog Found Shot In Picnic Area
Police In CT Seek Clues, Donations After Dog Found Shot In Picnic Area Police in Connecticut are asking the public for help after a German Shepard was found shot in a picnic area. The dog, who was not chipped and had no identification, was found in New Haven County at a picnic area in Derby. The dog was shot at least two times, with one bullet shattering his front leg and the other still embedded in his shoulder, Derby Police said. "Unfortunately he is not chipped and we are still looking for his owner," the department said. The dog needs surgery on his leg, and on his shoulder to remove the bullet but the costs are expected to be significant, police said.…

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by Kathy Reakes