If your animal is a purebred, check telephone book or contact local animal control agency for phone numbers of breed rescue groups in your area. (paw-rescue.org)
Animal welfare professionals are employed by public agencies such as humane societies, public animal control agencies, and shelters. (ocgainesville.org)
The local police department is working closely with the area animal control agency in an attempt to find out who the puppy belonged to, and who is responsible for her injuries. (shelterme.tv)