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'She Was Sent To Me:' Nutley Woman Adopts Dog Struck On Route 4 After Losing Her Own
Natalie D’Angelo believes her beloved dog Zoey, who passed away in March, played a role in bringing Stella into her life. On Friday, Dec. 20, the 41-year-old Nutley resident adopted Stella, the dog who had survived being struck by a car on Route 4 in Hackensack, from the Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro. “I just lost my dog in March—she was a half dachshund—and because of that, I felt like maybe Stella was being sent to me from her,” D’Angelo said with Stella in her lap on the floor of the shelter. “I feel like I have the love of my other dog back.” View …
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Dog Struck By Car In Route 4 In Hackensack Almost Ready For Adoption
A dog hit by a car earlier this month on Route 4 is nearly ready for a fur-ever family. Stella was struck by the vehicle in Hackensack on Oct. 13 and taken to Oradell Animal Hospital, where she was treated for broken ribs and a fractured pelvis. Stella has been transferred to the Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro, where officials said she needs between four and six more weeks of recovery time before she can be adopted out. Rescuers aren't sure why she was on the highway or who her family was. Little Stella captured hearts on social media, with dozens of animal lovers comment…
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Crash Victim Reunites With Dog Who Ran From NY To NJ Two Months Ago (
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There were few dry eyes in the Bergen County Animal Shelter Tuesday, Aug. 6, as a dog who ran from a crash scene in New York two months ago was reunited with her owner. Salem Mannequin has been tirelessly searching for her yellow lab Nyla since the June 7 crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway at White Plains Road, she tells Daily Voice. She was in a hospital bed at Jacobi Medical Center hours after the accident when she realized, her baby was missing. Once released, Mannequin began calling shelters and veterinary offices across New York City and Westchester counties. She posted in missi…
Police & Fire
Wanted On Warrants: Trio Nabbed With Drugs, Dog In Hasbrouck Heights
A suspicious vehicle call led Hasbrouck Heights police to a drug-carrying, canine-accompanied trio wanted on warrants, authorities said. Officers Christopher Connors and Sgt. Dom D’Amico found the Subaru sedan in a Boulevard parking lot shortly before 6:30 p.m. Sunday, April 21, Lt. John Behr said. Officers Paul Albanese, Michael DeSimone and John Mullins joined them along with Wood-Ridge Officers Mark Torsiello and Devin Ochiuzzo, the lieutenant said. The three occupants were all sent to the Bergen County Jail after the officers found crack, clonazepam pills and dozens of empty wax paper…
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? Twin Shepherds Abandoned On Palisades Interstate Parkway
Abandoned twin German Shepherds were found on successive nights in the same area of the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Alpine, and police suspect both may be related to a third who turned up in nearby Closter. “Neither had a collar or identification tags and they weren’t micro-chipped,” PIP Police Sgt. First Class Raymond E. Walter said of the two pooches found walking on the PIP, one on Saturday, the other on Sunday. “It appears that they may have been abandoned along the highway since it’s extremely rural there and both were found in the same area,” Watler said. The dogs found in …
Police & Fire
Skittish Kitten Rescued From GWB Traffic Available For Adoption
A kitten who was rescued from traffic on the lower level of the George Washington Bridge was available for adoption, authorities said. A motorist called GWB Port Authority Police Command station after scooping up the skittish kitty, who'd been dodging cars and other vehicles Monday afternoon, authority spokeswoman Lenis Rodrigues said. Port Authority police who retrieved the feline named her Highway, she said. They then arranged residence at the Bergen County Animal Shelter, where Highway was available for adoption, Rodrgues said Tuesday.
Lifestyle
5 Pets In Need At The Bergen County Animal Shelter
Looking to add an animal to the family? Here are five pets at the Bergen County Animal Shelter in need of forever families. ** Click the hyperlinks for the Petfinder pages. ** Carla the Tabby Cat, 4 years old. Carla has the prettiest markings and a few cute little dots lined perfectly on her nose. She is around 4 years old and there is not much information about her since she was abandoned. She is now in search of her perfect new family! Carla is just the sweetest little girl! As soon as she gets close enough to you, she will put her paws on you asking to be picked up. She even gives…
Police & Fire
Deaf, Blind Dog Dumped In Bergen Industrial Area Last Year Dies
UPDATE: A deaf and blind senior dog who authorities said was dumped from a car in Teterboro last summer by her Fort Lee owner died Tuesday. Someone in another car saw Bruna, 16, being dumped on Industrial Avenue on Sept. 1 and gave authorities the license plate number and a description of the vehicle, Bergen County SPCA officials said at the time. A Good Samaritan found the black and white Boston Terrier during a search and brought her to the Bergen County Animal Shelter. Investigators from Bergen County SPCA’s Law Enforcement Division issued a complaint against 59-year-old Tania Connelly…
Lifestyle
Classroom Guinea Pig Injured By Cat Needs Home, Bergen County Shelter Says
Harley was so close. The 10-month-old classroom guinea pig almost had a forever home. But the family cat wasn't having it. Now, the Bergen County Animal Shelter is seeking a home for Harley. Harley (7262) was a classroom pet. She was turned in by a lady who had offered to take her home, but her cat objected. Harley is a friendly and happy to be handled. The $10 adoption fee does not include a cage. Contact the Bergen County Animal Shelter to apply (201) 229-4600.
Lifestyle
Cat Displaced In Fire Will Love You Lots, Bergen Animal Shelter Says
A senior cat displaced in a house fire is in need of a home. The Bergen County Animal Shelter is seeking a home for Lucas, who is 13 years old and described as a sweet boy. He is on a special diet due to kidney problems and requires plenty of water. Because of this, he urinates more often and will likely have to be confined to one area of the house. "He is a good cat and will love you for giving him a chance," the shelter said CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR LUCAS.
Police & Fire
Fort Lee Woman Fined $750 For Dumping 15-Year-Old Deaf, Blind Dog In Teterboro Industrial Area
A judge in Hackensack fined a Fort Lee woman $750 Monday after she admitted that she deliberately abandoned her 15-year-old deaf and blind Boston Terrier in Teterboro. Tania Connelly, 59, was tracked down and issued a complaint last month by the Bergen County SPCA’s Law Enforcement Division that charged her with “inflict[ing] unnecessary cruelty upon a living animal” by abandoning the aging pooch in a public place. Someone in another car saw Bruna being dumped on Industrial Avenue on Sept. 1 and gave authorities the license plate number and a description of Connelly's vehicle, the SPCA said…
Obituaries
Michael Goursky Of Emerson Dies, 26
Michael Goursky of Emerson died on Sunday, Sept. 16. He was 26 years old. Born in Hackensack, Michael was formerly of Hasbrouck Heights and had been working in construction, his obituary says. He is survived by his parents, Deborah (nee Wachter) and Gary Goursky; sister Christina Goursky; grandmother Peggy Goursky; along with aunts, uncles cousins and friends. Cremation was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Bergen County Animal Shelter 100 United Lane in Teterboro.
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: 15-Year-Old Deaf, Blind Dog Dumped In Industrial Area Placed In Hospice
UPDATE: A deaf and blind senior dog who authorities said was dumped from a car in Teterboro by her Fort Lee owner is being placed in hospice, Bergen County SPCA officials said Friday. Bruna '"is 15 and deaf and blind," said Debra Yankow, director of the Bergen County Animal Shelter. "It's best for her to live the rest of her life in a loving hospice." Bruna was brought to the shelter in Teterboro by a good Samaritan who found her after a search. Someone in another car saw Bruna being dumped around 4 p.m. Saturday on Industrial Avenue and gave authorities the license pla…
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! Fort Lee Woman Charged With Dumping 15-Year-Old Deaf, Blind Dog In Teterboro
A Fort Lee woman dumped a deaf and blind senior dog from a car in Teterboro and took off, said authorities who tracked her down and charged her. Tania Connelly, 59, was served with a complaint filed by the Bergen County SPCA’s Law Enforcement Division charging her with “inflict[ing] unnecessary cruelty upon a living animal” by abandoning the aging dog – named Bruna -- in a public place. ****** UPDATE (PHOTOS): A 15-year-old deaf and blind dog who authorities said was dumped from a car in Teterboro by her Fort Lee owner is being placed in hospice, Bergen County SPCA officials said. https:/…
Lifestyle
Surrendered German Shepherd Puppy Needs Home: Bergen County Shelter
An 11-month German Shepherd puppy at the Bergen County Animal Shelter is in need of a home. ** UPDATE: Max has been adopted by a pair of Bergen County roommates. ** Shelter officials said they received hundreds of applications for Max because of this Daily Voice story. No further applications are being accepted. Max was surrendered to the Teterboro shelter because his owners were unable to care for him.
Lifestyle
Surrendered Bergen County Shelter Puppy Receives Hundreds Of Application
Officials at the Bergen County Animal Shelter are sorting through hundreds of applications for an 11-month-old German Shepherd puppy who was surrendered by his owners. Max was surrendered to the Teterboro shelter because his owners were unable to care for him. He still has a lot to learn about the world and how it works. Because he has no training under his belt, the shelter is looking for an experienced Shepherd handler and owner, who will be able to guide the stubborn adolescent into mature adulthood. Max simply needs structure, a balanced routine and someone willing to give him their …
Lifestyle
Peanut Butter: The Scary Story Of How This Bergen County Dog Got His Name
Peanut butter is one of the best condiments around, and this adoptable dog in Teterboro sure knows it. The 1-year-old pittie mix currently at the Bergen County Animal Shelter was licking peanut butter off of the spatula, when the tip broke off and he swallowed that, too. The pup had to undergo surgery and spent a good while recovering, but is now healthy and ready for adoption. Full of life and adventure, he's looking for an active household that can provide him with plenty of stimulation and TLC. CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR PEANUT BUTTER.
Neighbors
Ridgefield Police Officer Takes In Pit Bull Grieving Owner
A local Pit Bull whose owner recently died has found a new home with a Ridgefield police officer. Kevin Nebbia of Cliffside Park met Spanky while working. He and others in his department had been responding to calls in the dog's neighborhood over the past year. When Nebbia, 40, returned from vacation in January, he learned that Spanky's owner had passed away, and the dog was at the Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro. "I fell in love with that dog," Nebbia told Daily Voice. "He was always very playful." And so, Nebbia put in his adoption application for Spanky, a…
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