01/29/2024
Note from First Selectman Jones, follows:
Many calls have come in to the town hall expressing concern about the homeowners and the dogs. Thank you so much for reaching out.
However, at this point, this is a criminal case as noted in the police statement above. The dogs are not up for adoption at this time, as the town does not have ownership.
While certainly well intended, please do not visit the dog pound or call the ACO regarding this matter; she is not at liberty to speak about an active case and no unauthorized persons are allowed with the dogs at this time. The ACO will continue to take all routine animal related calls as per her job description.
We currently have 20 dogs at the pound, with an additional mother and her puppies at a private residence. Another 15+ animals are currently being housed with other local animal control officers at their shelters.
As you can imagine, this large influx of dogs has taken its toll on the dog pound supplies. We are in desperate need of the following:
• Small breed dry dog food
• Small breed dry puppy chow
• Wet food such as 'Little Caesar'
• P*e pads (Training pads for dogs)
• Paper Towels
• Clorox wipes
• Dish soap
• Old Bath towels
• Small metal dog dishes (heavy plastic is ok, as long as it's sturdy, so it won't tip over easily)
Please drop donations off at the town hall.
If you might be interested in adoption, please call my office and speak to Tina (860-526-6020), and she will take your name and contact information. The ACO will reach out to all interested parties, should any dogs become available. Again, at this time, we are not at liberty to discuss any details about the dogs (breed, age, etc.).
Thank you again for keeping all those involved in this situation in your thoughts with only positive vibes. Remember, spread love not hate.
Thank you,
Carol
