VOORHEES, N.J. — A dog struck by two separate vehicles in Merchantville is recovering at the Voorhees Animal Orphanage (VAO), thanks to quick action by rescuers and emergency veterinarians.
The dog, whose identity and owners remain unknown, was rushed to an emergency veterinary clinic after being hit by the cars. Despite the severity of the incidents, shelter staff confirmed that the dog has survived and is recuperating under their care.
“The shelter is no place for any dog to recover from such an experience,” the VAO stated in a public social media post, urging people to share the dog’s story in the hopes of locating its owner.
Under New Jersey law, shelters are required to hold stray animals for seven days to allow owners time to come forward before making the animal eligible for adoption. The VAO noted they remain optimistic that someone is searching for the dog.
Anyone with information about the dog or its owner is encouraged to contact the VAO directly.