NORTH BAY — The North Bay & District Humane Society is impressed by the support it has received since the news broke that they received 11 newborn puppies which had been abandoned by a dumpster on Monday.
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Humane Society officials believe the puppies were only a day old and within hours of possibly dying when they were found. There was no sign of their mother.
“In response to our call for help, our shelter was overwhelmed with phone calls, messages, emails, and visits from concerned citizens who dropped by to lend support,” the local Humane Society stated in a social media post to their Facebook page.
“In the first two hours, more than 150 people came forward to offer volunteer support, while shelters and rescues throughout Ontario and Quebec offered space and resources. Community members shared our story more than 2,400 times and local media helped spread the word too. In total, our message was seen by over 160,000 people.”
According to the Humane Society, the puppies are now being nursed by a lactating mother and are happy, healthy and growing already.
“We have so many people to thank for getting us here,” the statement continued.
“To the volunteers who fed and cared for the puppies during that first rocky night -- your compassion and commitment to animal welfare is astounding. To the people who donated blankets, puppy pads, formula and more -- your generosity ensures that these young puppies will lead full and adventurous lives. We’re so very glad to live in a time of connectedness and community.”
The puppies - eight boys and three girls - will be available for adoption in the coming weeks; the public is encouraged to stay tuned for updates on the Humane Society website, social media or through local news outlets.
The Ministry of the Attorney General has been called in to investigate this abandoned puppies case.
Members of the public looking to surrender animals are encouraged to call 705-474-1251.
