Rewards Currently Being Offered
As part of our mission, Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates offers monetary rewards for information leading to the positive identification of the person(s) responsible for the abandonment/cruelty of the following animals.
Desmonds Army is offering a
$5,000 REWARD
(unless otherwise noted)
for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the
person(s) responsible for the abandonment/condition of each
of the following animals.
$8,000 REWARD is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for dumping three newborn puppies found frozen and deceased in plastic bags at Newfield and Orange Streets on Jan. 22. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control at (203) 576-7727 or by email at animal.shelter@bridgeportct.gov.
Reward expires on 4/23/25
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$6,000 REWARD is being offered for the information leading to an arrest of the person(s) responsible for dumping the orange tabby cat found frozen to death in a blue and black crate near Rockwell Park on the weekend of December 28, 2024. Please contact Bristol Animal Control at (860)-584-3011 with any information regarding this cat.
Reward expires on 4/07/25
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For information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the person(s) responsible for the condition of the female chocolate poodle mix found on Sunday, December 29, in the area off Summit Road, Prospect, CT. Please contact Prospect Animal Control ( 203-509-5237) for any information regarding this dog's owner.
Reward expires on 4/01/25
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For the abandonment of the pregnant brindle bulldog found on December 19 at 8 Turtle Creek Lane East Hartford condos. Sadly, the mother and babies did not survive. If you know the owner or why the dog was abandoned at the condos, please contact Kristin Judd, Animal Control Officer, East Hartford Police Department, at 860-291-7572.
Reward expires on 3/19/25
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Two deceased dogs (one female and one approx 4/5-month-old puppy – Micro Bully type breed – in a garbage bag) found at the corner of Johnson and Brookwood Rds. In Woodbridge, CT, on December 13, 2024. Anyone with information can call Woodbridge Regional Animal Control at (203) 389-5991.
Reward expires on 3/16/25
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A brown/white male dog found at the Enfield Dog Park on December 2, 2024 at approximately 7:30am. We estimate him to be approximately 3 years of age. He had no collar, tag or microchip when scanned. If you know the owner or why he was abandoned at the dog park, please contact Enfield Animal Control 860-763-8944 or by email dyoho@enfield.org.
Reward expires on 3/6/25
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A small white “Westie” type dog found on the morning of Wed. 12/4/24 left in a crate at a dumpster on Monterey Place, New Haven
If anyone has any information on this or recognizes him, please contact the New Haven Animal Shelter at 203-946-8110.
Reward expires on 3/5/25
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The theft of this tan female Chihuahua on 11/20/24 from Oak St / Lima St in Meriden, CT. The dog was seen being taken in a black SUV. Anyone with any information should call Meriden Animal Control-Saving Paws at (203) 235-4179.
Reward expires on 2/21/25
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The theft of Max, a male cream-colored toy poodle, missing from his home in the Davis Dr/ Jerome Ave area since 10/24/24 in Bristol Ct.
Please call Bristol Animal Control with any information - 860-584-3087
Reward expires on 2/3/25
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A small poodle mix found at McCutcheon Park at Crystal Lake in Middletown, CT. He was so matted he could barely walk.
If you know ANYTHING that may lead us to this dog’s owner, please call Middletown Animal Control at 860-638-4030. Callers may remain anonymous, but we need to be able to speak to you. Please help us solve this.
Reward expires on 2/2/25
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A male Husky mix found in Edgewood Park, New Haven, on 9/4/24. Anyone with any information should contact the New Haven Animal Shelter at 203-946-8110 and refer to "Sampson" (real name: Kenobi).​
Reward expires on 3/4/25
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A young female, white and tan dog on August 29th in the area of 186 Smith Drive in East Hartford. She was humanely euthanized. Anyone with any information should email animalcontrolofficersemail@easthartfordct.gov or call East Hartford Officers at 860-291-7572 or email All calls can remain confidential.
Reward expires on 2/27/25
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A medium-sized white dog known as Gabrielle. Gabrielle was found at Stonybrook Field, nearly starved to death, and was subsequently euthanized. Anyone with info should contact Stratford Animal Control at 203-385-4068 or email acos@townofstratford.org. Outreach to Pets in Need has pledged an additional $3,000 and an anonymous donor of $1,000 for a total of $9,000.00
Reward expires on 1/3/25
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A young (approx. 5 months old) male German Shepherd was tied to a guard rail on route 8 southbound by exit 25 - Beacon Falls on Sunday Night, August 11, 2024. Anyone with any information should call Woodbridge Regional Animal Control 203-389-5991.
Reward expires on 2/11/25
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A older male German Shepherd left at the Wallingford dog park on Tues 8/13/24. Anyone with information should please call Wallingford Animal Control at (203) 294-2180.
Reward expires on 2/11/25
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Ember, a young female pit mix found in emaciated condition (so weak she could barely walk) on 8/6/24 in Stratford. Anyone with any information should call Stratford Animal Control 203-385-4068 or email Acos@townofstratford.com, Stratford Animal Rescue Society.
Reward expires on 2/5/25
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A young female pit mix dog found burned and malnourished. Her condition was so bad euthanasia was the only humane option.
Anyone with any information should call Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control 203-576-7727.
Reward expires on 1/21/25
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A young female, Lhasa Apso, thrown out of a car window on 7/23/24 at approximately 4:00 PM on Rt 44 near PETCO and Puerto Vallarta. She suffered broken hips. Anyone with any information should call Avon Police Department, Connecticut 860-409-4200 or Town of Avon Animal Control, CT 860-623-0297
Reward expires on 1/20/25
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A male black and white pitbull to a tree by the collar marked “Kobe”. Found in South Windsor CT on 4/23/24.
Anyone with any information should contact CSO Curtis with Tyler Regional Animal Care Shelter - Tracs at (860)648-6239 .
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Reward expires on 10/20/24
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A mamma dog (still lactating) found near the intersection of Spindle Hill and Mad River roads on the night of 4/16/24, Anyone with any information should call Wolcott Dog Pound 203-879-7620 or Wolcott Police Department 203-879-1414.
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Reward expires on 10/15/24
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Information About Reward Offerings
When offering a reward, we must work with the municipality and gain their acceptance before making the offer publicly. The municipality is responsible for conducting the investigation, and the reward is added to encourage tipsters to come forward. However, the tipster must contact the authorities to process, investigate, and validate the information as part of the validation process for any reward. This process ensures that only credible information is considered for rewards and eliminates the possibility of individuals making false claims for financial gain.
Rewards must always go through the proper channels, and there are many reasons why they may or may not be accepted. Sometimes, an investigation may have already uncovered important information, or the location of the abandoned animal may be too remote to justify offering a reward. Ultimately, the decision to accept a reward is made behind the scenes and follows a thorough and fair process. Rewards expire six months from the initial offer date.
Sometimes, offering a reward can serve as a useful publicity tool to spread the word about a particular case. However, it's not always the reward that motivates good samaritans to do the right thing; many times, people want to help without any expectation of compensation. They may not have known about the abuse without the reward being publicized.
The current situation is overwhelming for all of us, especially for ACOs and shelters, who tirelessly deal with abandonment and cruelty. We recognize and appreciate the efforts of all the ACOs who are working closely with DA to make a difference.