Although there is no federal law requiring a driver to stop after hitting a dog with their vehicle, it is illegal to flee the scene of an accident involving an animal in most states. Just for the sake of compassion, a driver should stop, assess the situation and report the incident to the authorities.
On Wednesday, police driving down North Broadway in St. Louis spotted a dog flopping on the side of the road after being hit by a car which had left. The officers pulled over and carried the dog to the sidewalk and called Stray Rescue of St. Louis for help.
Chief rescuer Donna Lochmann arrived to pick up the dog and rush her to the clinic. She was in shock and hyperthermic; her body temperature soared to 106.8. Back at the medical section of the rescue organization, ice packs were applied to pulse points to cool her down.
Fortunately, her radiographs didn’t show any spinal injuries or broken bones, however she couldn’t walk. Later that night she was moved to a 24-hour emergency care facility for the night.
Meet Tillie.
This morning Tillie was feeling a lot better. When she woke up, she was already walking. She has calmed down and is no longer “in a panic.”
We are so thankful and grateful! She has road rash on her inner thighs, nipples, has large blood-red bruises, and is super sore. She’s no longer in a panic, just hurting all over. We’ll give her lots of R&R, so glad she is OK.
Stray Rescue is in need of adult foster homes. The animals need us! Those that are here are going stir crazy and want to be on your couch – protecting you, loving you. Please help:
As per Stray Rescue of St. Louis, please watch out for scammers.
“Believe it or not, there are a lot of people who take advantage of situations like this. Our Venmo account ends in phone number 0072, any others are fake and being reported. This dog is being cared for in St. Louis, MO, NOT Las Vegas, or with any other “rescue groups.” Always be mindful where you are donating.“
Strayrescue.org/adoption-application
Many thanks for the continued support. These serious cases are very expensive, but every life saved is precious.
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