Kingston, the dog rescued from a Durham dumpster, has found a new home
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- A happy ending on a story ABC11 shared days ago about an abandoned dog that was rescued from a dumpster Durham.
The Animal Rescue Society shared the good on its Facebook page Saturday that the dog named Kingston has a new home.
Kingston was found after a deputy responded just before 10 a.m. on Tuesday to The Shoppes at Lakewood in Durham on Chapel Hill Road. Workers call law enforcement and reported there was a dog trapped in a dumpster on the property.
The tan pit bull mix was discovered when workers heard an approaching collection truck and rushed outside to throw more garbage in the dumpster before the truck arrived. When they saw the dog, they waved the truck off and called for assistance. The deputy safely pulled the pup out of the container.
Kingston's Adoption
Kingston has been adopted by someone with experience caring for dogs that have experienced trauma and skin conditions, the Animal Protection Society of Durham said.
The shelter shared the happy update on social media.
The shelter went on to say they are incredibly grateful to everyone in Durham who helped Kingston, followed his story, and cheered him on. His story began with something terrible, but the rest of his story is already becoming one about a community coming together to help an animal feel safe, cared for, and loved.
After viewing security footage provided by the business, the deputy saw a person of interest on the video. The sheriff's office is trying to identify the man. The man was last seen leaving the property toward House Street just after 7:30 a.m. Tuesday.
As a reminder, Animal Services deputies and animal control officers will pick up a pet that is ill or that a resident can no longer keep.
"There is no reason for anyone to throw a pet away or abandon them in any manner," the sheriff's office said in a release.
Rescued dog receives TLC
Kingston was taken to the Animal Protection Society of Durham (APS), where staffers named him and put him on the journey to recovery.
Kingston received a full medical evaluation, vaccinations, and a medicated bath to help soothe his irritated skin, the APS said.
The APS added that the pup was still frightened and adjusting to his new surroundings, but he has started seeking affection from some of his caregivers, who have been spending extra time sitting with him.
"Kingston's story is heartbreaking, but what has happened since he arrived at APS is also a beautiful example of Durham at its best," said Stacy Bluth, Interim Executive Director of the Animal Protection Society of Durham. "People stepped in to get him to safety, our team immediately surrounded him with care, and so many members of our community have reached out asking how they can help. We are honored to be one small part of Kingston's recovery."
He was scheduled to be neutered and microchipped on Friday.
"This is what community animal welfare looks like," Bluth said. "It takes people who notice, people who act, and people who care. Durham has shown once again what an incredibly compassionate community it can be."
Abandoned dog investigation
Durham County Sheriff's Office Animal Services investigators are looking to identify a person of interest in a suspected case of animal cruelty.
Anyone with information on the identity of the person of interest is asked to please call the Durham County Sheriff's Office communications center at (919) 560-0900 or Animal Services at (919) 560-0630.
Durham County Sheriff's Office Animal Services investigators are looking to identify a person of interest in a suspected case of animal cruelty.
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