Dogs poisoned to death
Goldsboro, NC (US)Incident Date: Friday, Jul 27, 2007
County: Wayne
Disposition: Open
Suspect(s) Unknown - We need your help!
Case Updates: 1 update(s) available
Pet owners in the Grantham area need to keep a close eye on their animals, as there have been a number of dogs that have died, presumably by poisoning.
Wayne County Animal Control Director Justin Scally said that there have been five potential cases of poisonings occurring in the 600 block of Paul Hare Road, with the most recent case occurring Friday night.
"Four of the dogs died, but one of the dogs poisoned is still alive and is being treated by a veterinarian," Scally said.
Preliminary tests on the dogs by a local veterinarian indicate that the dogs may be ingesting antifreeze.
Scally said pet owners should keep close tabs on their animals.
"If you let them outside, you should be out there with them, even if it's on your own property," he said. "We don't want to put any animals at risk."
In addition, Scally asked that citizens contact the animal shelter at 731-1439 or call 911 if they have noticed anything or anyone unusual in that area. If you have information on this case, please contact:
Wayne County Animal Control
919-731-1439
Case UpdatesThe Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is offering a $2500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for intentionally poisoning animals with anti-freeze in Wayne County, N.C.
The Case:
At least five dogs in the town of Grantham ingested anti-freeze. Four dogs are dead and one survived after emergency treatment and hospitalization. A test administered by the treating veterinarian detected ethylene glycol, which is found in anti-freeze. All five dogs showed signs of anti-freeze ingestion.
"A large number of animals who ingest antifreeze do not recover. By some estimates, 10,000 pets die each year from antifreeze poisoning, making the toxin ethylene glycol a serious concern," said Stephanie Shain, director of outreach for the Companion Animals section of The HSUS.
Ethylene glycol, the main ingredient in almost all major anti-freeze brands, has an inviting aroma, a sweet flavor-and deadly effects. Its appealing smell and taste often tempt animals and children to drink the highly poisonous substance. For more information on the danger anti-freeze posses to animals, visit humanesociety.org/pets/pet_care/antifreeze.html | Source: HSUS - July 31, 2007
Update posted on Aug 23, 2007 - 9:43AM |
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