North Country Gazette

Dog Federation Commends Beagle Rescuers

Posted on Sunday, 15 of November , 2009 at 2:50 pm

ALBANY—The Saratoga-area deer hunters whose quick response to a pet’s dire need saved her life have been issued letters of commendation and thanks by the Dog Federation of New York.

Ed Dandaraw was hunting on his property in Providence, Saratoga County, with his two companions, Tom Peters and Kevin McCauliffe, when he came across the cruelly taped and bound beagle.  Daisy had been covered with duct tape, wrapped in a plastic garbage bag, and left to die in a swampy, remote area on Dandaraw’s property.  She had been missing from home for two weeks.

Because of the difficult terrain, the men needed to use a four-wheeler to get the dog to safety.  A former beagle owner himself, Dandaraw took the dog to his own veterinarian and was prepared to provide Daisy with a new home if her owners could not be located.  Happily, the dog’s distraught family was quickly identified and Daisy is back with her family, responding well to treatment and gaining weight steadily. 

“On behalf of dog lovers everywhere, we want to express our gratitude to Ed Dandaraw, Tom Peter and Kevin McCauliffe,” commented DFNY spokesperson Mahlon Goer.  “Without their quick thinking and commitment to saving her life, Daisy would have died.”

A confirmed animal lover who owns goats, chickens and a cat, Dandaraw describes himself and his hunting companions as “regular people” who didn’t hesitate when help was needed.  “The day we rescued that little dog was one of the best days of my life.”

The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department is in charge of the investigation of the crime, and persons with information are asked to contact the Department at (518) 885-6761.  Because Daisy’s veterinary needs have been addressed and she is recuperating well, the Dog Federation of New York suggests that dog and animal lovers wishing to make a contribution consider a donation to the local animal shelter of their choice.

The Dog Federation of New York is a statewide coalition of dog clubs and organizations that serves the public interest by educating citizens and legislators on responsible dog ownership and advocating for strong, and humane dog-related legislation. The Dog Federation of New York welcomes all dog owners and dog-related organizations in New York. On the web at http://www.dogfederationofnewyork.org/

For more information about Daisy and to learn about the $12,500 in rewards that are being offered for information leading to arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for this horrific act, see www.northcountrygazette.org/2009/11/13/hsus_beagle/

www.northcountrygazette.org/2009/11/12/beagle_cruelty/     11-15-09

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Category: Animals, Crime, New York State

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