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“Two D.C. residents arrested in case of kidnapped dog and puppies”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Humane Rescue Alliance:

“Zenobia Fisher and Alphonso Allen of Northeast Washington, D.C., were arrested on Tuesday, Oct. 11 and charged with second degree theft and animal cruelty following a joint investigation by the Humane Rescue Alliance and the Metropolitan Police Department.

On Aug. 18, Fisher began fostering Godiva and her seven 2-week-old puppies, giving HRA a false name and address. Once Fisher left HRA with Godiva and her pups, HRA’s foster team was unable to make contact with her despite numerous attempts. An investigation by HRA’s humane law enforcement officers and MPD determined Fisher’s real identity and discovered she, along with Allen, had sold at least four of the puppies to separate and unaffiliated individuals for money. Two of Godiva’s puppies remain missing. HRA is offering a reward of up to $7,500 for information confirming that they are safe. All tips can be anonymously reported to HRA at 202-723-5730. (more…)

Today* in Corgis*** around Town

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Corinne for sending: “Spotted this adorable cat in a backpack on Columbia NW outside Pitango Adams Morgan yesterday evening.”

*This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to [email protected]

“DC has a huge dog stealing problem” – Fortunately a Fifth puppy recently stolen has been reunited with his mom and siblings thanks to the Humane Rescue Alliance (still searching for 2 more puppies)

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

There is a sign in my neighborhood on G and 4th NW of “Rehoming Puppies” “Poodles, Yorkies & More”. DC has a huge dog stealing problem and as a dog owner, I want to flag this sign as myself and the other dog owners in the area are a little weary of it and I want to remind other pet owners to continue to be aware of their surroundings while walking their dog and being extra cautious.”

From the Humane Rescue Alliance:

“Last night, we reunited a FIFTH puppy in Godiva’s litter, named Oli, with his mom and siblings. We’ll work with the family who brought Oli in to return him to them once he’s older and strong enough to be separated from Godiva.

Each reunion brings happy tears to our eyes and gives us renewed hope that the remaining puppies will be reunited with Godiva and their brothers and sister.

Last month we found sweet Godiva tied to a pole – abandoned and alone. Her seven 3 ½-week-old puppies had been kidnapped, ripped away from her, and denied their right to grow up with and learn from their mother and siblings during their critical developmental period. It shattered our hearts, and we vowed to do everything we could to reunite the entire family. (more…)

Today* in Corgis*** around Town

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Sonia for sending: “Highlight of my day in Mount Vernon Square.”

*This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to [email protected]

Update: “Hugo has been Located Suspect Still Sought” 6-month old French Bulldog named Hugo stolen from a Hotel Room on Friday

By Prince Of Petworth

Update: “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Second District still seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in a Theft One offense that occurred on Friday, September 16, 2022, in the 1200 block of 22nd Street, Northwest.

At approximately 6:00 pm, the suspect entered a hotel room at the listed location. The suspect took the victim’s dog then fled the scene.

The suspect was captured by surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos below: (more…)

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