Rescues Try To Save Emaciated Dog Found Dying In North Jersey

OAKLAND, NJ — Two rescue groups are working together to save an emaciated dog that was found dying in Paterson Saturday.

The Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge (RBAR) and Jersey Pits Rescue, are working together to save the dog. They took the dog, whom they named Reese, to the Oradell Animal Hospital in Paramus. Jersey Pits Rescue works to help local pit bulls.

Reese's vitals are "holding steady" and she has been able to accept a small amount of food. She has no underlying medical issues. She is as sick as she is because she was starving to death, said Megan Brinster, RBAR's executive director.

"She is weak, but affectionate. She's stable, shows positive signs of improving, and we are optimistic about her recovery," Brinster said.

RBAR responded to help Reese at 8:30 p.m. after receiving a call from Paterson animal control officers. Officials did not announce where the dog was found.

RBAR is accepting donations to help Reese. To donate, visit RBAR's website. Paterson animal control officials are investigating Reese's case. Anyone with information about Reese should contact them at 973-321-1111.

"We don't know much," Brinster said, "we don't know how long this beautiful dog has been suffering. All we know is that we have to try to help. We know that our friends at Jersey Pits will be there with us as we move fast to try to save Reese. We also know that you, our dedicated rescue community, will join us as we stand together for Reese."

Email: daniel.hubbard@patch.com