Prescott Valley police see spike in abandoned dogs since start of new year

PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) — Police in Prescott Valley say a number of canines have been deserted because the begin of the brand new yr, and are warning residents that doing so is a criminal offense.

Police say that since Jan. 1, animal management officers have picked up 13 canines and puppies that have been deserted with out meals or water. The canines had reportedly been left in freezing temperatures at areas corresponding to building websites and metropolis parks. It’s unclear if any of the canines required medical therapy.

Whereas pets picked up by animal management are usually held on the police division till their house owners come to take them dwelling, not one of the current 13 canines have been claimed or reported lacking. And police say anybody accountable for abandoning them might face felony fees of cruelty to animals.

Police encourage residents to report any instances of animal cruelty and abandonment. “Please be the voice for these animals in want who can not converse for themselves,” the division mentioned in a social media submit Wednesday morning.

What to do in case you or a beloved one can’t handle a pet

Beneath Arizona statute, it’s a category 5 felony to neglect or abandon an animal, so residents are inspired to contact authorities in the event that they see any mistreatment of pets or livestock. However for a lot of households, caring for a pet can turn into tough, so there are a selection of nonprofit organizations and authorities assets obtainable to assist feed or shelter animals in misery.

In Prescott Valley, the PVPD Animal Management Workplace will be reached at 928-772-5154. For individuals who reside nearer to the Valley, the Arizona Animal Welfare, HALO Animal Rescue and the Arizona Humane Society usually have the instruments that will help you. Any animal management points will be dealt with by Maricopa County by calling 602-506-7387.

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