Neglect & Cruelty

There are so many stories. If all of them could be told.

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Fully Recovered.

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Tramp came to us with his street-mate, Lady. Both were near death. Lady wouldn't survive but, fortunately we were able to save Tramp and find him a loving, secure home where he would be cherished and cared for. Other shelters would have given up on them. But, we're not other shelters!
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Rescued!

Billy and his pregnant stable mate, Rosie, came to our Shelter from a visit to "death's doorstep."  Vigilant veterinary care and persistence attention from Staff and Volunteers led us a successful recovery for both horses — and a successful birth of Rosie's colt!
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72 Desperate Dogs

Who will forget the Friday afternoon we took in 72 severely neglected Chihuahuas, the neglected residue of a puppy mill that could no longer afford them? Faced with every imaginable health problem, we were supported by a devoted veterinary staff and responsive Volunteers who proved ready for the task.
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Rarely does a week go by when we are not confronted with incidents of neglect, abuse, and animal cruelty that remind us of the sickening conditions facing many helpless creatures.
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When You See Animal Cruelty...

Alert us immediately!We often find that we need extra information to respond appropriately to your complaints, so while we will accept anonymous complaints, consider the animals' needs foremost and provide us your contact information so we can follow up with you if necessary.
Thank you for standing up for the humane treatment of animals in Indian River County.
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Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

Visiting the Dog Park?

Help keep your dog safe. If you see any of the following behaviors, you need to intervene, interrupt, and pull your dog out.
1: Rolling

When one dog makes physical contact with another and knocks into him, causing him to tumble, somersault or roll over.
2: Tucked Tail

When the dog’s tail is so low the base is pressed tight to the anus. The tip of the tail is often under the stomach.
3: Pinning

When one or more dogs has another dog on its side or back for more than 5 seconds.
4: Hiding or Hovering

When the dog spends more than 5 seconds underneath something or hovering near a human. Dog’s tail will be low or tucked.
5: Group Chase

When more than one dog is chasing another dog. This can quickly become out of control.
Download and print a copy of these behavior tips to carry with you. CLICK HERE...
Dog Park safety tips presented with permission from Sue Sternberg.

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