<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=06t9t1_0wCSmCRB00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=06t9t1_0wCSmCRB00" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Andrew Derminio</figcaption></figure><p>One can never truly understand the reason some people do the things they do. That is the case with a recent animal abandonment situation in which a good samaritan took in a dog that was found emaciated and starving in New Hartford.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1HkOsD_0wCSmCRB00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1HkOsD_0wCSmCRB00" width="2048" height="1366" ><figcaption>Photo Courtesy of Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society</figcaption></figure><p>Meet Luke. This little hunny was rescued by someone who saw him in dire straits. According to Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sshs4pets">Facebook</a>,</p><blockquote><p>He was brought to us after being found abandoned in New Hartford. A Good Samaritan welcomed him into their home and enjoyed his time with them and their cat for a few days before he was brought to us.</p></blockquote><p>Upon being taken in to the North Utica shelter, immediate action was taken to assist Luke to get back to a healthy state. Luke received instant care upon arrival. His sickly appearance and obvious condition was caused by severe malnourishment and dehydration.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3v4gdC_0wCSmCRB00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3v4gdC_0wCSmCRB00" width="2048" height="1366" ><figcaption>Photo Courtesy of Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society</figcaption></figure><p>It is not known who put Luke in this detestable situation and we may never know, however the amazing folks at Anita's Stevens Swans assures the public he will never have to endure that type of pain or hardship again. Anita's says,</p><blockquote><p>Our team acted quickly, keeping Luke comfortable and safe, and used the proper methods to ensure he received the best care for his condition. Luke is now safe at the shelter, tail wagging and enjoying a proper diet and a sense of “home.”</p></blockquote><p>Luke is one of many sweet animals that come into Anita's shelter every single day. Currently Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society is asking for assistance and support from the public to continue their life saving work. You can help by contributing by clicking on <a href="https://www.guidestar.org/profile/15-0551485?fbclid=IwY2xjawF_b55leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHUU5G5hqERTGuU_puEx5vQp0i4PLgqX9ZDjAeYst69eLYnmL8fFKQhrCfA_aem_bQuiAyIOiHuPDlU-SiS4eg">THIS LINK</a>. Help assure any animal left in the same terrible condition as Luke will always have the treatment they need.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3MDnRK_0wCSmCRB00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3MDnRK_0wCSmCRB00" width="2048" height="1366" ><figcaption>Photo Courtesy of Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society</figcaption></figure><h2>See the Miracle Twin Foals Born in Central New York</h2><h2>Over 70 Animals Rescued From Uninhabitable Central New York Home</h2><p>Several animal shelters came together to rescue 61 dogs, 3 cats, and 11 birds from a home declared uninhabitable in New Berlin, New York.</p><h2>Animals in Which Rabies is Most Commonly Found</h2><p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in North America rabies is most commonly found in bats, skunks, raccoons, foxes, and mongoose. It is also found in cats, cattle, and dogs. The CDC says that rabid bats have been found in every state except for Hawaii. Rabid mongoose have been found in Puerto Rico.</p><p>Rabies is easily transmitted from animals to other animals, including human beings. Human cases are rare in the United States, but deadly if not caught in time.</p></div></body>

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Humanity Questioned as Innocent Little Dog Left Abandoned and Emaciated in New Hartford

One can never truly understand the reason some people do the things they do. That is the case with a recent animal abandonment situation in which a good samaritan took in a dog that was found emaciated and starving in New Hartford. Meet Luke. This little hunny was rescued by...