On a sunny Saturday morning in Morrisville, Pennsylvania, a local resident noticed something unusual at their nearby dog park. Inside the fenced area, six large puppies were wandering around without any humans in sight.
Taped to the gate was a handwritten note that revealed the circumstances behind the puppies’ presence:
“Dear person who finds these dogs, I rescued them from an elderly woman who had too many dogs. This is the safest place I could think of to leave them. I hope they find good homes.”
The Good Samaritan promptly called the Morrisville Borough Police Department (MBPD). Officers arrived quickly to find the six puppies running freely in the dog park.
“Upon arrival, Morrisville Police observed six large dogs running around in the Morrisville Dog Park,” MBPD stated in a press release. “Police stayed on the scene while waiting for the Bucks County SPCA to arrive.”
While waiting for the SPCA, the police reviewed the note and learned more about the dogs’ situation. The note indicated that the puppies had been rescued from an owner who could no longer provide proper care. The rescuer had hoped to keep them but found it impossible due to apartment restrictions and decided to leave them at the park as a last resort.
“The Morrisville Police Department regrets that the person didn’t contact us first,” MBPD said. “Our primary concern is for the remaining animals in the care of the original owner. While we do not condone leaving animals in public spaces, our focus is on ensuring the safety and well-being of all animals involved.”
When the SPCA arrived, three of the six puppies had already been adopted by nearby residents. The remaining three were taken to the Bucks County SPCA, where they continue to await adoption into their forever homes.
The police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the puppies and the original owner. They urge anyone who suspects animal neglect or abuse to report it to local authorities.
“The MBPD advises contacting your local SPCA or police department if you suspect any animal is not receiving proper care,” MBPD emphasized. “Please surrender animals to shelters rather than abandoning them, even if done with good intentions.”
