Ponies Being Rehabilitated by BCHS

Meet "Booger" and "Loo." Both are ponies that were seized by the BCHS Humane Police Officer.



Booger was very emaciated, had rotting teeth that had to be pulled by a vet, and had an awful skin condition. He is doing much better and is being rehabilitated back to health at his foster home.



Loo was in desperate need of having his hooves trimmed and needed veterinary care. He is also being rehabilitated back to health at his foster home.

BCHS takes great pride is caring for animals that need special care. This specialized care can be quite expensive, especially for large animals.

If you would like to donate to BCHS for humane cases such as this, please send a check or money order to:

BCHS, ATTN: Humane, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850.

You can also donate online using the PayPal button on the top right corner of this page.

Any donation, big or small, helps!

BCHS Seeking Assistance for Horses

Since Humane Police Officer Canning was sworn into both Bradford and Sullivan County Court houses for the Bradford County Humane Society, he has been extremely busy with all types of animal cruelty reports and investigations. Many have involved seizing large animals such as horses, cows, and pigs.

Veterinary care for large livestock can be very expensive. BCHS incurs all costs with emergent and ongoing vet care for these animals. Most horses need medications, their hooves trimmed and cared for, gelding, or other vet related care. Many of these fees can be upwards of over $1,000.

BCHS is asking our community for help to cover these high vet bills. Every donation, big or small, can help take care of these large animal seizures. If you are able to help, please send a check to:

BCHS
Vet Care
PO Box 179
Ulster, PA 18850


Your donation is tax deductible.

Photos: Humane cases - very thin horse and horse with severely overgrown hooves

Update on Blake the Puppy

Blake, a puppy that was reportedly hit by a car and taken to the Bradford County Humane Society with broken legs, hips, jaw and ribs is doing amazingly well.

When Blake first arrived at Colonial Hospital in Ithaca after being examined by Dennis E. Socha, DVM, Colonial Animal Hospital Surgeon, he stated that Blake would need immediate surgery after a blood transfusion to correct the back broken legs. Upon further investigation of the x-rays it was determined that Blake's jaw had been broken as well. His jaw would not require surgery and would heal on its own in time.

After two surgeries to repair his broken legs and hips he has been undergoing physical therapy three times a week. During surgery it was found odd by the surgical staff that his bones seemed to be broken at different times. When the bones break and are not fixed immediately they grow back together. X-rays also showed that ribs had been broken previously and were already healing on their own. The puppy was highly unlikely hit by a car, unless it had been hit two separate times, stated the surgical staff. It is not known what happened to Blake to cause his serious injuries. It is possible that animal abuse was involved.

During his physical therapy he walks on a treadmill in a water therapy tank. "He has made amazing progress during the time that he has been in our care. He walks around the office now and can even run a couple of laps when he is excited," states Sabrina Moore, LVT. Moore is the LVT Supervisor at Colonial Animal Hospital.

Because of the situation of possible animal abuse, the Pennsylvania State Police is undergoing a full investigation of the case.

Through all of this, Blake only wants to be loved. He has the heart of a lion and the forgiveness of a puppy. The entire team at Colonial has been rooting for him and always wants to check in on him and give him hugs and lots of belly rubs.

"We have received an outpouring of support for Blake via donations towards his surgeries, letters addressed directly to him and even stuffed toys, blankets and a dream catcher to help heal him as he recovers," states Jennifer L. Spencer, BCHS Executive Director.

Blake will be staying at Colonial Animal Hospital until he is healed from his surgeries. He will be receiving physical therapy and the intensive care that he needs until he is ready to leave.

“I am so pleased with the entire staff at Colonial Animal Hospital. Dr. Socha has kept me up to date from day one with Blake’s care. We all want Blake to live the life that he deserves and so desperately wants,” states Jennifer L. Spencer, BCHS Executive Director. "We will continue to update the public on Blake's recovery. We are very lucky to have so many animal advocates in our local community and surrounding areas," adds Spencer.

BCHS, a non profit organization, has paid for his extensive surgeries in excess of $3,000. Through public support, his vet bill has been paid for. If you would like to donate to other animals in need at BCHS you may send a check or money order to BCHS, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850.

To report possible animal cruelty in Bradford or Sullivan County, contact BCHS’s animal cruelty line at 570-888-4763.

Injured Puppy Needs Your Help

Recently, a four month old male German Shepherd mix puppy found by the side of the road in West Burlington was brought to the Bradford County Humane Society in Ulster. Injured, not able to stand, it seemed that it had been hit by a car and had broken its back legs. Immediately it was transported to Milan Vet Clinic to be examined and for x-rays to be taken. Upon clarification from the x-rays it was deemed that indeed, its two back legs were broken. It was recommended to BCHS that the puppy be sent to Colonial Animal Hospital in Ithaca, NY for specialized orthopedic surgery to place pins in its legs. Through all of this he wagged his tail, yawned and panted like a normal puppy would when greeting a human.

Photo: Blake before surgery.

Blake, the name given by BCHS staff, was then transported to Colonial Animal Hospital where more extensive x-rays would be taken along with pain medications and a thorough exam by a surgeon. Dennis E. Socha, DVM, Colonial Animal Hospital Surgeon, stated that Blake would need immediate surgery after a blood transfusion to correct the back broken legs. Upon further investigation of the x-rays it was determined that Blake's jaw had been broken as well. His jaw would not require surgery and would heal on its own in time.

Two separate surgeries took place to correct his back legs and his hips which were also found to be broken. During surgery it was found odd by the surgical staff that his bones seemed to have been broken at different times. When bones break and are not fixed immediately they grow back together on their own. X-rays also showed that ribs had been broken previously and were already healing on their own. The puppy was highly unlikely hit by a car, unless it had been hit two separate times, stated the surgical staff. It is not known what happened to Blake to cause his serious injuries. It is possible that animal abuse was involved.

Through all of this, Blake only wants to be loved. He has the heart of a lion and the forgiveness of a puppy. The entire team at Colonial has been rooting for him and always wants to check in on him and give him hugs and lots of belly rubs.

Photo: Blake after surgery with a muzzle on so his jaw can heal on its own.

“He gets stronger everyday. Each day he is able to take a few more steps and is able to make a full lap around our treatment area at this point before getting too tired. Many times I come in and someone is feeding him and he falls asleep in their laps,” states Sabrina Moore, LVT. Moore is the LVT Supervisor at Colonial Animal Hospital.

Blake will be staying at Colonial Animal Hospital until he is healed from his surgeries. He will be receiving physical therapy and the intensive care that he needs until he is ready to leave.

“I am so pleased with the entire staff at Colonial Animal Hospital. Dr. Socha has kept me up to date from day one with Blake’s care. We all want Blake to live the life that he deserves and so desperately wants,” states Jennifer L. Spencer, BCHS Executive Director.

BCHS, a non profit organization, has paid for his extensive surgeries in excess of $3,000. BCHS relies on grants and public support for its funding.

If you would like to donate towards Blake’s vet bills, please send a check or money order to BCHS, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850 ATTN: Blake.

If you think you have information regarding what may have happened to Blake call the BCHS Animal Cruelty Line at 570-888-4763.

To report possible animal cruelty, contact BCHS’s animal cruelty line at 570-888-4763.

Dog Shot and Killed in Towanda

Sometime between December 8th and December 9th a dog named Charlotte belonging to the Bradford County Humane Society’s Humane Officer was shot and killed at the corner of Schoolhouse Hill Road and Kilmer Hill Road in Towanda. The dog was outside in a fenced in yard along with her other dogs at the time of the shooting.

Officer Hawbaker has been investigating this along with PA State Police since it occurred. A shell casing with what is believed to be fingerprints was found along the edge of the road at the end of Officer Hawbaker’s back yard. The shell casing has been given to the State Police.

Charlotte was a 2 year old black lab mix that was adopted from the Bradford County Humane Society in 2010. She was a lovable, playful dog and leaves behind her sister named Pippy.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Hawbaker at 888-2114, 265-3343, or to contact PA State Trooper Allis at 265-2186.

BCHS Investigates Humane case

A little over two months ago, the Bradford County Humane Officer was called to a home that involved a dog severely in need of care. The police were also involved in the case for multiple charges. A presumed spaniel mix dog was in the home and was severely emaciated, dehydrated, had lost all of its hair and was in dire need of veterinary assistance. Officer Hawbaker immediately took the dog to Towanda Creek Animal Hospital where it was determined that the female dog, named Molly, would need an IV for fluids, skin scrapings, flea medications, X-rays, antibiotics and even steroids; that is if the dog would survive the night.

Molly has been a sweetheart and a trooper. With time and care from the dedicated staff at Towanda Creek Animal Hospital, Molly is expected to make a full recovery, in fact she is already growing her hair back. She is currently being fostered by a staff member from the animal hospital.

Because of Molly's extensive vet care, her vet bill is over $5,000. If you would like to help with this cost, please send a check to BCHS, PO Box 179, Ulster, PA 18850 and mark on the check "Molly." Or you can donate via paypal at www.bradfordchs.petfinder.org. BCHS receives over 400 animal cruelty calls each year for Bradford and Sullivan Counties. Each call is investigated and if deemed a true cruelty case, charges may be brought upon the individual or individuals involved. Last year alone, BCHS went to court against 9 cruelty cases and won each case.

BCHS is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to alleviate and prevent pain and suffering among animals and to promote the humane treatment of all living things. BCHS is a United Way Agency.

Last Two Rescued Chihuahuas Adopted!

As part of a recent humane investigation, six Chihuahuas, varying in age from young to 12-13 years old, male and female, were seized and signed over to the Bradford County Humane Society in Ulster. These six dogs were in very poor shape, needing immediate vet care especially for their teeth as shown in the photos posted in December. Their teeth were neglected to the point that they grew out in a deformed way, making eating difficult and creating sores in their mouths that are painful. One of the dogs had a heart issue that needed to be addressed. All 6 dogs were spayed and neutered.

These Chihuahuas did not have any training, were not familiar with leashes and did not know any commands. They are however, lovable animals, but are confused about where they are and leery of new people.

Their vet bills were extensive and after asking the community for assistance, over $750 was raised. Recently, four of the Chihuahuas were adopted and the 2 oldest Chihuahuas in the poorest condition were still available. On Wednesday, January 18th, Mary Watkins from Towanda came into the shelter looking for a small dog to adopt as her two Yorkies passed away. After seeing both Wolfgang and Amadeus, she knew she had to adopt both of them together. The staff was so pleased to see them get a home, knowing that they would be well cared for with Mary. The staff put coats on both dogs, and gave them both collars and leashes. We look forward to hearing how well they do in their new home.

Rescued Chihuahuas in Need of Foster Homes

Recently, 6 Chihuahuas were rescued from a hoarding situation in bad condition. They have all been brought to good health, and 4 of the 6 have since been adopted into loving, caring homes. 2 of them, Amadeus and Wolfgang, are still waiting for their forever homes. We are asking for the community's help in either adopting or offering to foster one or both of them.

Amadeus and Wolfgang are older adult, neutered male Chihuahua mixes. They have been neglected and are timid and insecure. They need lots of TLC. They can both be very lovey with people they know.

They are special needs dogs who are on special diets as they do not have any teeth. Their teeth had to be pulled due to neglect.

If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please stop in to the shelter to fill out an adoption application or foster application.

For more information please call the shelter at 570-888-2114.

Chihuahuas Seized by Humane Officer

As part of a recent humane investigation, six Chihuahuas, varying in age from young to 12-13 years old, male and female, were seized and signed over to the Bradford County Humane Society in Ulster. These six dogs are in very poor shape, needing immediate vet care especially for their teeth as shown in the photos. The teeth were neglected to the point that they grew out in a deformed way, making eating difficult and creating sores in their mouths that are painful. One of the dogs has a heart issue that will need to be addressed.

These Chihuahuas do not have any training, are not familiar with leashes and do not know any commands. They are however, lovable animals, but are confused about where they are and leery of new people.

They are scheduled for emergency surgery on their teeth this week at the Milan Vet Clinic. Their vet bills will be extensive and BCHS is asking for assistance for their care.
For questions on these dogs, please call BCHS at 570-888-2114.