Rottweiler Found Shot To Death In Cemetery - Pa.

If you have any information, you're asked to call Collingdale police at 610-586-0502.

COLLINGDALE, Pa. -  A Rottweiler dog was found shot to death laying on a patch of grass at the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Collingdale Tuesday evening.

According to the Collingdale Police Department, officers were called to the cemetery at 5:30 p.m., where they found the dog laying in an area toward the back of the cemetery with a dog treat just inches away from its mouth.

Police report noticing a wound to the top of the dog's head. An empty shell casing and a live round were found seven feet away.

A microchip embedded in the dog helped police and Delaware County Animal Control investigators to trace the dog's last registered owner, a resident who lived on Chestnut Street in Collingdale.

Investigators say injuries to the dog led them to believe it was either used as a bait dog for fighting or a fighting dog.

A person interviewed by police described the dog as being friendly.

Police are now searching for the dog's last owner, who they believe to be named Paul Henderson.

If you have any information, you're asked to call Collingdale police at 610-586-0502.

MyFoxPhilly.com - October 17, 2012

Man hospitalized after trying to save family Rottweiler from house fire

Whitehall, PA - Last night,  Peter DiStefano ran into his burning home in an attempt to save his dog, a 90 pound Rottweiler named Diamond.

When firefighters arrived, they discovered DiStefano on his front porch - his arms splayed out beside the body of Diamond.

DiStefano, who was not breathing when first responders arrived, was taken to an area hospital where he remains in critical condition.

The dog he valiantly tried to save did not survive.

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PA - Puppy lemon law may get new teeth - April 14, 2011

Puppy lemon law may get new teeth. The Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee voted to send a bill (SB27) strengthening the state's 14-year-old puppy lemon law to the Senate floor. The bill, which failed to get a vote last session, comes in response to ongoing complaints about consumers buying sick dogs from breeders and pet stores. Sen. Stewart Greenleaf’s bill would strengthen the law in a number of ways in order to better help consumers recover losses from a seller of a sick dog.

The Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee voted to send a bill (SB27) strengthening the state's 14-year-old puppy lemon law to the Senate floor. The bill, which failed to get a vote last session, comes in response to ongoing complaints about consumers buying sick dogs from breeders and pet stores. Sen. Stewart Greenleaf’s bill would strengthen the law in a number of ways in order to better help consumers recover losses from a seller of a sick dog.

Here's what it does: Extends a consumer’s right to seek reimbursement under the Puppy Lemon Law for incurable as well as curable illnesses. Medical conditions such as hip dysplasia would now be covered.

Extend from 30 to 90 days the time period in which a congenital condition may be certified by a vet in order to recover any losses from a seller. Also, the time period for a veterinarian to certify an illness is extended from 10 to 14 days.

The definition of “unfit for purchase” currently means any disease, deformity, injury, physical condition, illness or any defect which is congenital or hereditary and which “severely affects” the health of the animal. The bill replaces “severely affects” with “a significant adverse effect on” the health of the animal. Greenleaf (R., Montgomery) says by ensuring the health of dogs that are sold in Pennsylvania the bill will help crack down on puppy mills.

Source: Philly Dawg April 14, 2011

2 Rottweilers dragged to deaths by unaware driver

Both Rottweilers died after they were temporarily secured to the back of a vehicle which was then driven away by the owner unaware that they were there.

The Rottweilers were seen being trailed behind a silver 4x4 vehicle.

It is believed they had been tied to the vehicle by the owner's wife.

One dog was found dead in the road and the other had to be destroyed due to its injuries.

It is believed that the couple will not face any criminal charges over the deaths

Full Article can be read here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-12229064

Do you have a really old Rottweiler?

If so, you might wish to roll out your welcome mat for Dr. David J. Waters, who is launching "The Old Grey Muzzle Tour" this week.

During the 23-day tour, Waters, who is executive director of the Gerald P. Murphy Cancer Foundation, will be criss-crossing the country visiting the nation's oldest Rottweilers.

Bort, a 13-year-old pet Rottweiler from Holliston, Mass., will be the first dog visited by Waters, who is traveling all the way from Massachusetts to Washington state during the national tour. Waters begins his journey in Harrisburg, Pa., on Thursday (March 11) and will finish April 3 in Seattle.

The complete itinerary of the tour includes:

March 11, Harrisburg, Pa.
March 12, Holliston, Mass.
March 13, Philadelphia
March 15, Keysville, Va.
March 16, Columbia, Tenn.
March 19, Cambridge, Wis.
March 20, Riverside, Iowa
March 21, Alma, Kan.
March 23, Red Oak, Texas
March 24, Castle Rock, Colo.
March 27, Colorado Springs, Colo.
March 28, Tijeras, N.M.
March 29, Waddell, Ariz.
March 30, San Diego
April 1, Pacific Palisades, Calif.
April 3, Seattle, WA

Waters leads a research team that studies aging and cancer in pet dogs. The research includes the study of exceptionally long-lived Rottweilers - individuals that have lived to at least 13 years, which is equivalent to a human living to 100.

"These exceptional dogs have lived at least 30 percent longer than average for their breed," Waters said. "They have dodged cancer and other life-threatening diseases of aging. We believe studying them can shed light on what it takes to live well."

Over the years, Waters and his team have tracked the lives of more than 140 long-lived Rottweilers. Today, however, their database is down to just 15, hence the tour to meet these exceptionally aged canines.

"From questionnaires completed by owners and veterinarians, my team has validated dates of birth and collected a mountain of information about these dogs, including medical history, diet and dietary supplement usage, and parents' longevity," said Waters, who is also associate director of Purdue's Center on Aging and the Life Course and professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences.

At each stop, he will perform a physical examination, collect DNA samples, and record measurements such as height and chest and belly circumference. He will observe each dog in its home environment and query owners on what makes their dog exceptional.

Few veterinarians have ever come face-to-face with more than a single Rottweiler that has made it to such an advanced age. That is why Waters is motivated to accomplish this feat 15 times in less than a four-week span.

Jennifer Viegas | Mon Mar 8, 2010
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Chicken adopts Rottweiler puppies

A chicken named Mabel has taken its love of extreme sports to the max, and has adopted a litter of Rottweiler puppies. This it did after losing a fight with a horse that resulted in it injuring its foot, causing its owners to allow it to sleep inside the house – where it found the puppies.

Mabel, and her puppies, live on a farm in Shrewsbury. Mabel keeps her new charges warm by ‘sitting’ on them while they are asleep in her basket. Mabel is dicing with death because the puppies aren’t actually orphans; they have a mother named Nettle. Mable waits for Nettle to leave them before entering their basket and sitting on them.

The owners of the courageous chicken, and the Rottweiler puppies, are Ros and Edward Tate.

Edward Tate explains the bizarre situation:

Mabel was hatched here about a year ago. She would have gone onto someone’s dinner plate but we saved her and brought her into the house.

Unfortunately, she got into an accident with a horse, which accidentally trod on her foot. Because of that, she gets terribly cold during the winter so we decided to bring her into the house.

And then we had puppies about three weeks ago. Mabel observed Nettle’s behaviour and, as soon as there was a chance, she hopped into the dog basket to roost on the pups. She keeps them and herself warm, while Nettle is outside on the yard.

It seems that Mabel isn’t at all concerned that Nettle could be a protective mother, as most dogs are with their pups. Mabel is determined to help out, regardless of the risks to her own personal safety.

It was within a week Mabel was jumping in the box with them and brooding over them. She took to them like they were her own chicks.

Nettle was a bit startled to say the least – but she didn’t mind too much eventually. She’s happy to have a helping pair of wings.

We were amazed when we first it happen – my 13-year-old daughter first saw it happen and called us to come and have a look. And when we saw Mabel here roosting on the pups – we just laughed.

We’re hoping that soon Mabel will have her own chicks to look after but I don’t think Nettle will be returning the favour when that happens.

A lot of dogs love chicken, but Mabel and the puppies are taking this love to extremes.

Full Article Here - dreamdogs.co.uk

Vet fined £10,000 ($15,000 USD) for illegally docking puppies' tails

Vet pleads guilty to docking tails of puppies after an investigation by the RSPCA

A Rothley vet has been prosecuted and fined for illegally docking tails of a number of Rottweiler and Doberman puppies.

Ade Jolaosho, 56 was last week fined £10,000 after he pleaded guilty to illegally docking the tails of nine Rottweiler and six Doberman puppies in a case brought by the RSPCA.

Rottweilers are not an authorized breed and although Dobermans are, these were to be used as guard dogs, which is not an authorized use. The court rejected his argument and said that he had enough experience to understand the legislation.

“This case shows that vets must make sure that they understand this and do not dock tails of other puppies.”

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Rottweiler Adopts Wolf Cub

Ulrok, an 18 month old rottweiler has adopted his young pal, an eight week old wolf, Beldaran, since she was rejected by her parents at only a few days old.

Ulrok has been playing the protective father role for Beldaran for the last two months since she was rejected only days after she was born.

They sleep together, frolic in the sun and even howl at the moon in unison - and their unlikely union brings a smile to the face of everyone who sees them.

Beldaran, who weighs just five pounds, was adopted by the Rottweiler when she was just four days old at the Kisma Preserve in Mt Desert, Maine, USA, after she was rejected by her parents.

Since then the unlikely pair have been inseparable in everything they do.

Ulrok - a rescue dog whose previous owners imported him from Europe and gave him up when they couldn't cope - and his new love eat, drink, play and sleep together.

Ulrok and Beldaran spend all of their time together at the reserve where they are cared for at the centre's sanctuary. The organisation takes in creatures of all breeds and all sizes.

Heather Grierson is the director at the Kisama Preserve in Maine, America, where the pair are living. Ms Grierson stated:

‘It’s a true love story that has touched the hearts of everyone who visits. You just can’t be in a bad mood when these two are around.’

‘Ulrok stepped up. It worked out brilliantly. He would clean her and, when she was making whimpering noises he would bound over to investigate.’

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Rottweiler Juno, Police's Top Dog Retires

Rottweiler Juno has worked as a police dog and has helped collar more than 200 people has retired.

Rottweiler Juno, who served with Wiltshire Police for six years, was used to track offenders from crime scenes and search buildings and open areas for suspects.

The seven-year-old also helped seek out missing people and search for lost items.

Rottweiler Juno will spend the rest of his life being cared for by a rottweiler rehabilitation charity in Chippenham.

PC Parsons, his handler, stated: “He has earned his retirement and although it’s not possible to keep him with me, I know he is not far away and will visit him regularly."

Full Article - Swindon Advertiser - UK June 19, 2009

New Jersey - Two Rottweilers Dumped and Left for Dead

Two Rottweilers extrememly emaciated and dehydrated were found wandering in the Garret Mountain reservation.

The two Rottweilers, one male and one female, were found inside the 568-acre reservation by a Passaic County Sheriff's Department officer, who notified Animal Control.

The Rottweilers believed to be between 1 and 3 years old, were taken to a Wanaque farm to recover. Woodland Park Animal Control Officer Lysa DeLaurentis stated that it looked like a classic case of abuse and neglect.

Female carrying burn scars on both ears, an eye infection and appearing like she just had puppies. The male also having infections has had something happen to one of his legs and showing all the classic behavior signs of physical abuse.

The Sheriff's Department is investigating and looking for any information that could help them find who did this.

These two Rottweiler NEED help. They need money, blankets and dog food to help DeLaurentis care for them and to help pay the veterinarian bills. To make a contribution, please call 973-616-8569. Donations can also be dropped off at 781 Ringwood Avenue, Wanaque, NJ 07465.

Full Article - ABC News March 24, 2009

Update for our Rescue Nina - Still needing a forever home

Our Rescue Nina had spent a whole weekend with a potential new family.
She had visited with them twice before this visit. First with me there and then me leaving for short time during the day.

The transition went pretty well overall. But this will not be the home for Nina. We have Nina very socialized with children but Nina has never lived in a home with children. While she was very obedient. The child in the home was not ready and not comfortable with a big dog. Nina liked the child but did not listen or obey to the child.

My rehab programs are built around a healthy pack structure so it is very important for Nina's future new family to understand Canine Pack Structure and how to lay the groundwork when introducing an adult dog or dog at any age into the home. You can read some information here. This is one of my favorites sites. And the most imformation on this subject in a very easy to understand language. Leerburg.com

Nina has been with us for almost 2 years. She came out of NYCACC Shelter and was taken there by police after her people got busted for drugs and other stuff. And of course she was on the Euth list for failing the evaluation. She was used to guard the factory for the most part and had no real training or socialization of any kind. Sooooo.... me being me.....Kodis Club pulled her and I agreed to bring her aboard.
And she was pregnant on top of it all. Her whole litter died. She was a very sad girl. She has been a worker here. She was one of the primary care-doers for Georgie C, Doug, and puppies that came in and more. A very self assured dog with a nurturing personality and the normal Rottweiler calm confident disposition.

She has been a real joy to work with and she has excelled in her obedience training.
She is such a good girl. She is all Rottweiler that is for sure. Her future new family is Rottweiler Experienced and they understand the importance of the proper groundwork to ensure a healthy bond.

One day a family will know that Nina is the Rottie Girl for them. Until till then. She will remain here. If you are interested in fostering Nina or any of the Rescues we bring in to rehab. Please feel free to contact us or visit our website www.rottstop.com

One Million Pets Could Lose Homes in Economic Crisis

As households across the country are caught in the economic downturn, an estimated 500,000 to one million pets are at risk of being abandoned. According to national financial estimates, approximately one in 171 homes in the U.S. is in danger of foreclosure due to the subprime mortgage crisis. If you or someone you know is facing foreclosure, ASPCA experts offer advice to keep your pet safe until you get back on your feet again.
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A tail-wagging discovery

There is a newly discovered, feature of dog body language that may surprise attentive pet owners and experts in canine behavior. When dogs feel fundamentally positive about something or someone, their tails wag more to the right side of their rumps. When they have negative feelings, their tail wagging is biased to the left.

A study describing the phenomenon, "Asymmetric tail-wagging responses by dogs to different emotive stimuli," appeared in the March 20 issue of Current Biology. The authors are Giorgio Vallortigara, a neuroscientist at the University of Trieste in Italy, and two veterinarians, Angelo Quaranta and Marcello Siniscalchi, at the University of Bari, also in Italy.

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