I have been covering this story since March 19th. Fifty-six year old Maximina Shelton has been charged with animal cruelty in the case of the cocker thrown from a moving car. She and her husband tossed their cocker spaniel named Puddles from a 1985 green Buick LeSabre on March 18, 2011. The vehicle had been identified thanks to witness description. The Sheltons said they tossed Puddles from the car to get rid of her. Puddles was renamed Bambi by the Shamrock Pet Foundation. Bambi has kept her sweet disposition despite sustaining multiple fractures from the abuse done to her. Sadly animal cruelty only carries a misdemeanor charge in Indiana.
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Cocker spaniel adoption events
| Location & Map | Date & Time | Rescue |
|---|---|---|
| PetSmart S Alexandria, VA | April 2 @ 11am-2pm | Oldies but Goodies (OBG) |
| PetSmart Bellaire, TX | April 2 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| PetSmart Houston, TX | April 2 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| Mr. Detail Car Wash Houston, Tx | April 2 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| Bark Pet Store, MD | April 3 @ 11am-2pm | (OBG) |
| PetSmart Springfield, VA | April 9 @ 11am-2pm | Oldies but Goodies (OBG) |
| PetSmart Katy, TX | April 9 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| Dogma Dog Bakery, VA | April 16 @ 11am-2pm | Oldies but Goodies (OBG) |
| Petsmart Houston, TX | April 16 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| PetSmart Richmond, TX | April 16 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| PetSmart Rockville, VA | April 23 @ 11am-2pm | Oldies but Goodies (OBG) |
| PetSmart Lake Jackson, TX | April 23 @ 11am-2pm | Oldies but Goodies (OBG) |
| PetSmart Cypress, TX | April 23 @ 11am-2pm | Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas – Houston |
| PetSmart Manassas South, VA | April 30 @ 11am-2pm | Oldies but Goodies (OBG) |
Additionally, 2nd Chance Cocker Rescue holds adoptions every 1st Saturday at Petco Sacremento, CA and every 3rd Saturday at Petsmart Folsom, CA. These are just a few events. Check your local cocker rescue for events in your area.
Distemper outbreak across the nation
Many animal shelters across the nation are experiencing high incidence of distemper. Shelters are either shutting down or euthanizing their animals to prevent spreading the disease. The Memphis Animal Shelter, Tennessee was hardest hit. They have euthanized over 50 dogs in the past few days including many that were ready for adoption. Stephanie Chozen from an unnamed cocker rescue was able to save the only cocker left, a black and white parti or roan. A buff cocker was pictured in news video. Apparently he didn’t make it. Stephanie will keep him quarantined before fostering him.
Distemper is caused by paramyxovirus, a highly contagious and often fatal disease. Distemper can be prevented though routine vaccinations. Affected shelters are giving away as many dogs as they can and the rest will most likely be euthanized. The Memphis Shelter had a 77% euthanasia rate last year.
Cocker Available in Los Angeles County
Tara is a 1-year-old buff and white parti found in Hawthorne, California. She’s well-behaved on a leash and described as “very affectionate.” Call the Carson Shelter (310) 523-9566 or visit their Web site.
Indiana: Cocker thrown from car, UPDATE
Bambi made it through her critical period! Bambi had surgery Monday to repair a fractured pelvic bone receiving six screws and a metal plate. Her recovery will take 8 weeks and she may have permanent weakness in her left hind leg. She suffered nerve damage causing her to drag that foot. It’s likely she will always have chronic pain or numbess in that leg. Bambi’s surgery was estimated at $6,000. If you would like to make a donation please visit the Shamrock Foundation.
No one has been charged yet with this crime although the authorities have a “person of interest.” The Humane Society of River Valley, Indiana is offering a reward leading towards the arrest and conviction of persons responsible.
Follow Bambi’s progress on facebook.