When NYPD Officer Michael Pascale encountered a small black puppy named Joey on a chilly, rainy day, he ended up becoming a multifaceted hero. He was driving his squad car through a public park when he noticed Joey hunched among broken beer bottles and abandoned needles.
Joey was in a terrible situation—he was cold, soaking from the rain, and abandoned—tethered to a fence by a strong chain around his neck. Officer Pascale’s heart was pulled by the pitiful expression in Joey’s eyes, and he knew he had to intervene.
Pascale told The Dodo, “The first thought that came to mind was that I needed to get him out of here.” A touching tale of adoption and rescue that would forever alter both of their lives came next.
No time was lost by Officer Pascale. As he patted the appreciative puppy dry with a towel after taking her to the Brooklyn shelter run by Animal Care Centres of NYC, a unique bond between them started to grow. Pascale sensed a soul in need in Joey, not just an animal.
“There isn’t an animal in sight,” Pascale clarified. “I see a soul. And I don’t stay away from that.” When he texted his wife a picture of the abandoned puppy, she immediately replied, “Bring him home!” With only one thing standing in their way, the couple was prepared to adopt Joey.
Officer Pascale was notified by the Animal Care Centres that Joey was required to be placed on a mandated 72-hour stray hold. This waiting period makes sure that even animals who have been abused or neglected can find their way back to their owners. Pascale and his wife were aware of the significance of this waiting period even though they were eager to adopt Joey.
Officer Pascale made daily visits to Joey throughout those exhausting 72 hours, strengthening her bond with the adorable puppy. After the stray hold was finally released, Pascale adopted Joey and promised to keep him safe from abuse and mistreatment.
Joey drenched Pascale with kisses, completing his metamorphosis from a damp and cold stray to a cherished family member. To start a new chapter in their life together, they went back home.
Joey loves to cuddle up on the couch with his mother and go exploring New York City with his dad these days. According to Officer Pascale, Joey has developed into a real “Mama’s Boy.” Joey is happy and loved even if he isn’t perfect—he still hates going outdoors in the rain and occasionally rummages through the trash.
All Joey ever really wanted was a caring home, which he got and more because of Officer Pascale’s kindness. Joey’s touching story serves as a poignant reminder of the amazing link that can develop between people and animals as well as the transformational power of compassion and rescue. te
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