Tossed Onto Street From Moving Car
A female rottweiler was thrown from a vehicle last Thursday, Nov. 20, and later found by a firefighter that brought the dog to a veterinarian to treat her injuries, it was learned.
Reportedly, the approximately six-year-old dog was found wrapped in a sleeping bag on Thursday evening, near Cypress Avenue and Vermont Place, just off the Jackie Robinson Parkway on the Ridgewood/Glendale border. The vehicle was reportedly moving when she was thrown out.
A fundraising event to collect donations––which will cover the medical expenses for “Dasher”––named by the animal clinic that first received her, was held at Neir’s Tavern last night, Ed Wendell told the Times Newsweekly on Tuesday.
After first being treated at Blue Pearl in Forest Hills, she has been transferred to the ASPCA, as her medical bills continue to pile up, Wendell stated. “The cost for this dog has been quite high,” he said.
The event was hosted by Neir’s owner, firefighter Loycent Gordon, and K9 Korral President Charlotte Butler, according to Project Woodhaven’s twitter feed.
The rottweiler was originally found by a firefighter Gordon knows, and though her prognosis remains unclear, if she recovers he plans on adopting her, Wendell said.
He hopes donations from the event will raise awareness of animal mistreatment and cover her medical bills, he said.
“This touches your heart,” he said. “Animals and children, at any time of the year, but especially at this time need to be supported. Animals don’t have a voice.”
The event and rescue not only raise awareness, but sends a clear message that “this behavior is not acceptable in Queens,” he added.
Reportedly, Dasher has already been treated with oxygen therapy, heat support, IV fluids and anti-seizure medication. She was given full-body X-rays as well, it was noted.
Police are conducting an ongoing investigating into the incident, according to published reports.
Those interested in donating to Dasher’s medical care can contribute by calling Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners at (718) 263- 0099.
