"I was fortunate enough to have some assistance from a few youths in field this
evening with a very skittish, adorable small terrier. These guys found a
small dog running-at-large on the grounds of their apartment complex and were
able to slowly earn its trust to keep it in the area until I arrived.
Their patient efforts in bringing this pup to justice were invaluable!" wrote Animal Control Officer Ryan Jesien way back in March. Recently, I accompanied Officer Jesien to Ingenuity Prep Public Charter School where awards were presented to two of the five young animal heroes. We intend to recognize the other three helpers at their school next week. While the students were not looking for recognition, their efforts to help the frightened, lonely dog definitely deserve to be praised. Thank you Ge'Kyi and John 'Yae!