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American Bully

Ridgefield Park-Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
News
Watch: Dog Leaves Bergen County Animal Shelter After Nearly 500 Days Of Waiting Watch: Dog Leaves Bergen County Animal Shelter After Nearly 500 Days Of Waiting
Watch: Dog Leaves Bergen County Animal Shelter After Nearly 500 Days Of Waiting After more than a year at the Bergen County Animal Shelter, Ace is finally going home. "Ace, a 5-year-old American Bully, came to our shelter in May 2024 and, for reasons we’ll never understand, kept getting overlooked," said shelter manager Meg Tedeschi. "Not only is he incredibly handsome, but he’s also sweet, gentle, and relaxed. He loves a good game of fetch, adores his favorite treats, and truly is perfection on four legs!" Daily Voice featured Ace in an adoptable dog roundup back in January. To celebrate, the shelter shared a video on Facebook showing Ace’s big sendoff. Staff rolled…

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by Cecilia Levine
Ridgefield Park-Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
News
These 5 Sweet Dogs At The Bergen County Animal Shelter Are Waiting To Steal Your Heart These 5 Sweet Dogs At The Bergen County Animal Shelter Are Waiting To Steal Your Heart
These 5 Sweet Dogs At The Bergen County Animal Shelter Are Waiting To Steal Your Heart Looking for a furry friend to fill your home with unconditional love? The Bergen County Animal Shelter is home to five incredible dogs who have overcome tough times and are ready for the loving families they deserve.  These pups aren’t just pets—they’re companions waiting to share their hearts with you. Atlas The Green Dog Photo Atlas is a stunning 4.5-year-old Husky who has been patiently waiting for his forever home since 2023. This adventurous boy dreams of hiking trails and long walks with his person. He’s easy to walk on a leash and loves treats, making him an ideal compan…

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by Cecilia Levine
Manassas, VA
Police & Fire
Animal Cruelty Probe Launched After Puppy Hurt By Projectile In Prince William, Police Say Animal Cruelty Probe Launched After Puppy Hurt By Projectile In Prince William, Police Say
Animal Cruelty Probe Launched After Puppy Hurt By Projectile In Prince William, Police Say An investigation has been launched in Prince William County after a dog was found injured and needed to be treated by an emergency vet, authorities say. At around 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, officers from the Prince William County Police Department were called to the 1500 block of Cherry Hill Road in Dumfries to investigate reports of a dog that was found with an injury "consistent with being struck with a projectile."  Officials said that a resident found the dog suffering from an injury in the area and alerted the police, prompting the probe into the incident. The dog, described…

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by Zak Failla
Shelton, CT
Police & Fire
Dog Stolen During Home Burglary In Fairfield County Dog Stolen During Home Burglary In Fairfield County
Dog Stolen During Home Burglary In Fairfield County Police are asking for help locating a dog that was stolen during a home burglary in Fairfield County. The incident took place on Thursday, March 25 in Danbury, in the area of Mill Ridge Road. During the burglary, a 1-year-old American Bully named "Godiva" was stolen, Danbury Police said. Now police are hoping someone will recognize the dog from the pictures posted and let them know so the much-beloved pet can be returned to her family. GodivaDanbury Police Department Anyone with information regarding the burglary or the whereabouts of “Godiva” is asked to call Det. Travis Kupchok at …

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by Kathy Reakes
Hackensack, NJ
Lifestyle
VOTE: Who Is Your Favorite 'First ResPAWnder'? VOTE: Who Is Your Favorite 'First ResPAWnder'?
Vote: Who Is Your Favorite 'First ResPAWnder'? They're all cute. They're all brave. And -- most importantly -- they're all good boys and girls, worthy of many, many treats. But which Daily Voice "First ResPAWnder" is your favorite? If you need a refresher, links to all five profiles are below the poll (voting must be completed on laptop or PC). SARGE: Palisades Park Police Lt. Jimmy Rotundo's Dalmatian. TUCKER: Bogota Police Officer Jon Gallipoli's shepherd mix. JAMESON: Franklin Lakes Chief Chief Ryan Dodd's charcoal lab. BEAR: Haworth Police Detective Sgt. Jim Morgan's pit mix. FORTRESS: Jersey City firefighter Raymond Skop'…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lyndhurst, NJ
Lifestyle
First ResPAWnders: American Bully From Lyndhurst Follows Sign Language Commands First ResPAWnders: American Bully From Lyndhurst Follows Sign Language Commands
First ResPAWnders: American Bully From Lyndhurst Follows Sign Language Commands Meet Fortress, a 4-year-old American Bully from Lyndhurst. Her dad Raymond Skop is a firefighter with the Jersey City Fire Department. Fortress is in training to become a service dog for Skop's wife, Leah Skop. She follows sign language commands, is inquisitive and loves her family -- "she is an expert at loving us," Skop said. Fortress is smart and expressive, she doesn’t bark -- she can but she chooses not to, her owner said. Instead, she huffs and puffs, tap dancing when she’s excited. She grunts when you're taking too long to serve her food. The pup is always happy -- as long as she's…

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by Cecilia Levine