Puppy rescued by Animal Services

Released: June 12, 2012 at 9:18 a.m.
Meet newly named Rayne! The puppy was recovered by Animal Services Officers last week in a dumpster in the 1000 block of Jefferson Avenue.

WINNIPEG - Meet newly named Rayne! The puppy was recovered by Animal Services Officers last week in a dumpster in the 1000 block of Jefferson Avenue. Rayne has received medical treatment and is in the care of the Animal Services Agency.

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Animal Services officials wish to remind the public that if residents are unable to care for their dogs, there are many resources available in Winnipeg. Ask family, friends, co-workers, or seek the assistance of the numerous animal welfare groups in Winnipeg.

Animal Services receives more than 12,000 calls for service a year. The Agency provides the essential service of animal control in Winnipeg which includes:

  • Animal Services Officers to help resolve neighbourhood disputes and other incidents involving animals.
  • A facility for the care of stray dogs.
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  • A fleet of animal control vehicles.
  • Administration of a dog licensing program.
  • Reuniting stray dogs with their owners including a â�œFree Ride Homeâ�� program for dogs wearing current licenses. Dogs wearing current licenses are reunited with their owners 24/7 through 311.
  • Transportation of injured animals for emergency veterinary care.
  • Emergency services including attending house fires, car accidents, and police assists to help in the removal of animals.
  • An Adoption Program at Animal Services which allows adoptable dogs to be adopted to new families instead of being euthanized.
  • Promotion of responsible pet ownership.

For more information or to view pictures and videos of dogs for adoption visit: Winnipeg.ca/animalservices.

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