November 3rd, 2005

PLEASE READ THIS -

"Starks has finally gotten out of his cell"

On Thursday October 29th I went to the Newark AHS Animal shelter to look at a Mastiff named Starks.  I was informed by the staff that Starks had been there for some time and was a good dog but due to his size he was hard to place.  I took Starks out for a walk and he was a pleasure!  He was so happy to be out of a cage that he could barley turn around in. Starks and I stayed out for about 30 minutes and it was time for him to go back to his cage.  A worker led us back in and as we approached the cage Starks realized that he was going back to that small cage and was some what upset ( as any human would be).  He halted and then snaped at me. The worker grabbed a pole and led put him back into the cage.  The shelter had two other dogs and I filled out a application and wanted to bring my wife back on Saturday so she can choose.

We arrived at the shelter about 1:30 and as we were turning onto the street were the shelter was located, several police cars raced past us and stopped infront of the ASPCA.  There were several people standing out front and one of the workers recognized me.  He came up to me and informed me that Starks just attacked some one as he was being led back to his cage and that it was a severe attack.

Shortly after I saw the individual being removed by stretcher to the ambulance and saw that his leg was shredded. I asked if I could go into the  area.  We were led into the area were the attack took place - There in the cage sat Starks - wagging his tale and looking confused.  I said hello and as with my first encounter with him, he wagged his tail and sat - He looked at me as if to say "PLEASE - GET ME OUT OF HERE - I CANT TAKE BEING IN HERE ANY MORE . . .".

Starks was euthanized yesterday.

I am sure at one point in his life he had a home and judging from the way he listened while being walked was a good dog - but - just as any living creature, he could not bear going back into that small area and being confined and was looking for any way to get out - HE FINALLY DID GET OUT.

STARKS - I AM SORRY I DID NOT FIND YOU SOONER

June 1st 2008 - I have been informed that Charlie Roberts has lost his battle with cancer.  He died May 17th, 2008, one day shy of his 35th birthday.  Max was, and always will be Charlies dog and now resides with us. 

Thanks to your support, through the purchase of our products, we have been able to provide shelters and rescues with much needed items.  We are pleased to announce the formation of the Vengeance For Animals Fund.  Many programs have already been implemented and the dollars from your purchases have allowed many animals to live. You will also read about actual cases from Scott Gussin's service with the Monmouth County S.P.C.A. as a C.S.I. agent. Click on the Vengeance Banner

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