Possible Poisonings at Chelsea Waterside Dog Park

Dog moms and dads in NYC, we thought we’d share this info with you. Here’s a snippet of a letter written by Robert Marino of NYCdog.org:

Animal owners in Chelsea are worried after some dogs got sick in a nearby popular park. According to a doctor, symptoms seem to suggest the dogs were drugged. Hazel Sanchez reports: CBS VIDEO REPORT.

This incident at Chelsea Waterside Dog Park (11th avenue and W 22nd st.) should serve as a warning to all of our groups to be watchful at your local park. If you spot suspicious activity report it, use your cell phone camera to take a photo, get the attention of other dog owners nearby, and, most of all, be mindful of your dog. Watch for items left on the ground. If strangers appear to be feeding dogs, intervene. Do not challenge anyone, but do not sit back silently.

Sitting in a dog park reading, talking on your cell or just chatting with others while ignoring your dog is dangerous–and irresponsible to boot.

Robert A. Marino (Bob)
president
NYCdog.org