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DAWN ABBENANTE accused of severely neglecting her dog resulting in the furbaby’s death

- Rhode Island, USA -


On March 14, 2023, the Rhode Island SPCA responded to a call from Ocean State Veterinary Specialists about a dog who was brought to their facility deceased.


According to a press release by RISPCA obtained by Voice For Us, the dog, an elderly terrier mix, showed obvious signs of neglect. The furbaby had two very large tumors on his/her belly, substantial matting, and significant hair loss.


When the dog was brought in, the name of the guardian was not disclosed, so RISPCA Special Agent Law Enforcement Earl Newman, followed up on information provided when the dog was brought in for treatment. It turned out that 57-years-old DAWN ABBENANTE (pictured), of Pawtucket, was the dog’s guardian.


Attempts to get in touch with ABBENANTE were unsuccessful so a warrant was issued for her arrest. The Pawtucket Police Department took her into custody at her residence on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Court records show that the same day, ABBENANTE faced Judge J. Patrick O’Neill for her arraignment on one felony count of unnecessary cruelty and one misdemeanor count of care of dogs. She was released on $3,000 personal recognizance.


ABBENANTE is expected back in court on June 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.


The Rhode Island SPCA kindly provided Voice For Us with the furbaby’s pictures and ABBENANTE’s mugshot.


I wish upon DAWN ABBENANTE a slow and painful death!


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CURTIS RIST arrested after five dogs were found in deplorable conditions

- New York, USA -


The Greenport Police Department received a complaint from a concerned citizen about dogs in a yard who were being kept in a “terrible condition.”


According to the complainant, the dogs’ coats were so matted they could barely move.


Police responded to the residence of 63-year-old CURTIS RIST (pictured) and found five mini Goldendoodles, ranging in age from four to ten years old, all in deplorable conditions.


Officers then contacted the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA (CGHS/SPCA) for assistance.


In a news release, CGHS/SPCA said that RIST agreed to surrender all five dogs to the nonprofit.


Once the voiceless victims arrived at the shelter, they were examined by shelter staff and a veterinarian. Two of the five dogs needed immediate attention.


CGHS/SPCA said that one of the dogs, a 5-year-old named Wally, was so matted that he was described as an “exoskeleton.” Wally was anesthetized during the shaving procedure, which took two hours, due to the pain he would have had to endure.


The good news is that all dogs are expected to fully recover and will be placed up for adoption.


RIST was arrested on Monday, February 20, 2023, on two counts of animal cruelty.


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CHRISTINA AMBER RATLEY and JORDAN LEIGH DIDIER facing charges of animal neglect and animal cruelty

- North Carolina, USA -


Cumberland County Sheriff Ennis W. Wright announced that on February 11, 2023, detectives arrested 30-years-old CHRISTINA AMBER RATLEY and 29-years-old JORDAN LEIGH DIDIER (both pictured), both of Fayetteville, who are now facing multiple charges of animal neglect and animal cruelty.


The arrest is the result of an investigation by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office and Cumberland County Animal Services into a complaint of animal neglect and hoarding. Back in November 2022, both agencies discovered several animals in a home on 3215 Marigold Drive. Cumberland County Animal Services said in a press release that due to unsanitary conditions, staff removed fifty-four cats, nine dogs, and one Bearded Dragon. Sadly, two animals were found already deceased and were also removed.


Many of the cats were suffering from upper respiratory infections and several of the dogs and cats had ringworm fungal infections. The voiceless victims received medical treatment under the guidance of the Shelter Veterinarian.


Animal Services Director Elaine Smith said: “It is always heartbreaking to deal with animal hoarding, because usually the individuals involved start out with good intentions. Their lack of ability to see issues in animals under their care can result in very serious cases of neglect.”


According to a news release by Sheriff Wright, DIDIER and RATLEY were charged with fifty-eight counts of cruelty to animals and fifty-eight counts of misdemeanor conspiracy, felony kill animals by starvation, and felony conspiracy.


The duo were taken to the Cumberland County Detention Center and processed. DIDIER and RATLEY each received a $34,000 secured bond. Online records show that only DIDIER is still in custody.


Sheriff Wright encourages anyone who has information about this case to come forward.

You can either call the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Property Crimes Detective L. Pongratz at (910) - 677 - 5458 or Crimestoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477).

Alternatively, if you prefer to submit your information electronically, please click here. Thank you!


I have sent out a few emails to inquire about the furvictims and if I receive a response, I will post an update.


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