Red corvette hits dog and runs on Buena Vista

[Atlanta]

Today my husband and friend witnessed a red Corvette at about 4:00 pm hit a missing pet of one of our fellow Villagers in front of Evans Prairie Country Club . The Corvette driver hit the pet , knocked it up into the air and drove off. My husband picked the pet up from the road bleeding, covered in his golf towel and pet was eventually taken to the vet by it's now notified owner.

TO THE DRIVER OF THE RED CORVETTE: you knocked off the front plastic plate on your car that says CORVETTE when you ran over the poor little dog. I have it at my house if you want it back.

My experience in the Villages in the last five years has been that 99% of the folks here have both integrity and compassion. What a disgusting and disappointing display today! I wish I could find the driver of this Corvette missing the front plastic CORVETTE plate. If you see a neighbor missing one, let me know so I can GIVE IT TO HIM/HER .

[dbussone]

Can you provide more of a description of the car? Hardtop or convertible? Was the top down so you could see the driver well enough to describe him/her?

[Atlanta]

It was a hardtop and my husband and his friend did not get a view of the driver. They said it was sickening to see it happen and the only they had their eyes on was the poor little dog at the instant the driver hit him.

[graciegirl]

It was a hardtop and my husband and his friend did not get a view of the driver. They said it was sickening to see it happen and the only they had their eyes on was the poor little dog at the instant the driver hit him.



I hope the dog will live. Is it the miniature greyhound that was advertised as lost in the last few days? I am so sorry to hear this. So sad. I don't understand hit and run at all. It never used to be heard of at all.

[dbussone]

It was a hardtop and my husband and his friend did not get a view of the driver. They said it was sickening to see it happen and the only they had their eyes on was the poor little dog at the instant the driver hit him.

Well, bless the 3 of you for taking care of the poor dog. I hope it will be alright.

[Topspinmo]

What year vette? c3s are hard to see out of due to the humps in the front fenders, a pillars, and small windshield area due to high dash and low seat. Maybe he didn't see it? I find it hard to believe someone would just run over dog intentionally? Especially with plastic car!

[Phanatic Luvr]

:pray: Praying he/she makes a recovery. And thank you to those who jumped into action. I would have done the same. :pray:

[gomoho]

What year vette? c3s are hard to see out of due to the humps in the front fenders, a pillars, and small windshield area due to high dash and low seat. Maybe he didn't see it? I find it hard to believe someone would just run over dog intentionally? Especially with plastic car!

He didn't notice the dog fly up in the air and feel the impact when he hit the poor thing.

[MrGolf]

Call the police and notify the local body shops in the area. There aren't that many red Vettes in TV. Also, isn't there a Corvette club in TV? I am sure there are some dog lovers in there that would find this type of behavior dispicable..

[Jeff/Tracy]

The dog is going to be okay. It was the mini greyhound that was missing. His owner said that he will need some stitches, but has no broken bones. Sad that someone hit and ran, but she is very thankful that someone took the time to pull up an email they had with her phone number in it. It IS a good place we live in.

[RickeyD]

He didn't notice the dog fly up in the air and feel the impact when he hit the poor thing.

Of course he did and he probably tossed down a few before he got into his Vette. On a typical nice day I'll see at minimum 5 Vettes cruising around TV, driven by TV'ers of course.

[Jima64]

Leaving the scene after hitting this dog proably created a bigger problem for the driver than if he had stopped. Can just about guarantee you that someone knows this car owner with red corvettes being so rare.

[Taltarzac725]

Leaving the scene after hitting this dog proably created a bigger problem for the driver than if he had stopped. Can just about guarantee you that someone knows this car owner with red corvettes being so rare.

Might have been the guy who almost hit me a few weeks ago in Sumter Landing. I am not sure that was a corvette though just a red convertible.

[fred53]

What year vette? c3s are hard to see out of due to the humps in the front fenders, a pillars, and small windshield area due to high dash and low seat. Maybe he didn't see it? I find it hard to believe someone would just run over dog intentionally? Especially with plastic car!

no one said or implied it was done intentionally. This is why there's so much misinformation around us and here. People read, but rarely comprehend and then jump to conclusions.

[gerryann]

I believe that if you hit a dog hard enough to flip the dog in the air and lose the cover on your lisence plate, you know you did it.

He will be found. I could not live with myself if I accidentally did this and didn't stop to care for the pup.

I'm so relieved that the dog will survive.

[Atlanta]

Yes it was the greyhound ..I am praying for this sweet little dog.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Everyone be on the lookout (BOLO) for this CORVETTE. Don't do anything yourself except call Sumter Co. S/O. Don't know if they'll do anything, worth a try, though. Glad the pooch is ok, hope the driver of the CORVETTE gets a conscience.

[Susan G]

Today my husband and friend witnessed a red Corvette at about 4:00 pm hit a missing pet of one of our fellow Villagers in front of Evans Prairie Country Club . The Corvette driver hit the pet , knocked it up into the air and drove off. My husband picked the pet up from the road bleeding, covered in his golf towel and pet was eventually taken to the vet by it's now notified owner .

Please thank the guys for me. I've been emailing those flyers out to Collierite's and other neighborhood groups and was glad to see he connected the dots and called Gia after looking the flyer up on his phone.

Ironically, I passed and saw one of the men sitting in the grass at 4pm but from the car headed south, I thought someone had fallen out of their cart & was being assisted, so didn't rubberneck.

Within 5mins Gia called me and had picked up PAOLO to head for the Buffalo Ridge Emer Clinic.

Possibly you could post a photo of that car part and I'll bet one of us or the Corvette Club can run it down.

Again a big cheer for those two men for comforting little PAOLO.

Susan G
Honorary Chair - Dog Search Team of The Villages

[Susan G]

Today my husband and friend witnessed a red Corvette at about 4:00 pm hit a missing pet of one of our fellow Villagers in front of Evans Prairie Country Club . The Corvette driver hit the pet , knocked it up into the air and drove off. My husband picked the pet up from the road bleeding, covered in his golf towel and pet was eventually taken to the vet by it's now notified owner.

TO THE DRIVER OF THE RED CORVETTE: you knocked off the front plastic plate on your car that says CORVETTE when you ran over the poor little dog. I have it at my house if you want it back.

My experience in the Villages in the last five years has been that 99% of the folks here have both integrity and compassion. What a disgusting and disappointing display today! I wish I could find the driver of this Corvette missing the front plastic CORVETTE plate. If you see a neighbor missing one, let me know so I can GIVE IT TO HIM/HER .

Alert SC Sheriff's Office of the incident as well as District to see who has access to the camera footage at Buena Vista & 466A -- then you'll have your perp.
There won't be but one red Corvette traversing that intersection 3:55 to 4:00pm
I'll bet...

[Down Sized]

If there's damage to the Corvette, is the dog owner liable?

[Nucky]

Thankfully animal & owner are back together.

[Boudicca]

Glad the pet will recover. That 'vet owner will get his reward one day......

[angiefox10]

If there's damage to the Corvette, is the dog owner liable?


I don't think it would be an issue.


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Statutes 316.061

"http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0316/Sections/0316.061.html

"(1) The driver of any vehicle involved in a crash resulting only in damage to a vehicle or other property which is driven or attended by any person shall immediately stop such vehicle at the scene of such crash or as close thereto as possible, and shall forthwith return to, and in every event shall remain at, the scene of the crash until he or she has fulfilled the requirements of s. 316.062 (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=0300-0399/0316/Sections/0316.062.html). A person who violates this subsection commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=0700-0799/0775/Sections/0775.082.html) or s. 775.083 (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=0700-0799/0775/Sections/0775.083.html). Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, $5 shall be added to a fine imposed pursuant to this section, which $5 shall be deposited in the Emergency Medical Services Trust Fund.
(2) Every stop must be made without obstructing traffic more than is necessary, and, if a damaged vehicle is obstructing traffic, the driver of such vehicle must make every reasonable effort to move the vehicle or have it moved so as not to block the regular flow of traffic. Any person failing to comply with this subsection shall be cited for a nonmoving violation, punishable as provided in chapter 318.
(3) Employees or authorized agents of the Department of Transportation, law enforcement with proper jurisdiction, or an expressway authority created pursuant to chapter 348, in the exercise, management, control, and maintenance of its highway system, may undertake the removal from the main traveled way of roads on its highway system of all vehicles incapacitated as a result of a motor vehicle crash and of debris caused thereby. Such removal is applicable when such a motor vehicle crash results only in damage to a vehicle or other property, and when such removal can be accomplished safely and will result in the improved safety or convenience of travel upon the road. The driver or any other person who has removed a motor vehicle from the main traveled way of the road as provided in this section shall not be considered liable or at fault regarding the cause of the accident solely by reason of moving the vehicle."

[angiefox10]

I'm sorry this guy got hit. I wish the owner of the vehicle would have stopped to help him. So sad that he didn't.

I hope he makes it. Damages could be internal... of that we won't know for awhile.

From what I'm hearing, he is going to be OK.

Now... Here is another thought. I'm not saying the driver shouldn't have stopped. But I think it's a slippery slope when you try to go after the driver of a red corvette. That is the most popular color of corvettes sold. Please be careful about looking at your neighbors who own a red corvette and thinking THEY are the driver.

Here is my thought. That little guy is FAST. Most likely he ran out in traffic so fast, the driver didn't have time to stop. You don't expect something to run out in front of you!

There were NO sightings of him for over 24 hours. This car actually stopped him so we could get him back to the owner.

I don't blame the driver for hitting PAOLO.... I do blame him/her for not stopping to assist.

And to all the people who were out there looking for PAOLO... We thank you! I know every time I was out looking... Many of you were too.

THANK YOU!!! We appreciate your silent help! We need you!

THANK YOU!!!

:BigApplause:

[j8384]

I think it is a wash. Actually, the dog owner, in my opinion, was the one at fault. (I like animals!) The owner did not have control of the dog, not on a leash, nor did it have a collar. If the owner knows that this dog will run at any chance, is skiddish etc, the owner should take extra precautions to ensure this does not happen, clearly they did not, as the dog got away. (No excuses, the dog got away). Law does say that pets must be under your control at all times. So, I think, the car owner has a case against the dog owner, actually, had the dog not run away, the car would not have been damaged. I do also feel the car driver should have stopped, this is why I think it is a wash. Both, in my opinion were wrong, but the dog owner was more wrong. (Glad pooch is home and ok, this is just my opinion, don't accuse me of not liking animals.)

[sharoni]

Glad that the owners of the Greyhound got their dog back and it is going to be ok. A lot of TV folks were looking for this dog. Just sorry it was under these circumstances...If this driver has so little respect for a dog,,what else doesn't he respect? I know he will be found, too many people in TV who might have a neighbor with a damaged red corvette and also, now we are all looking for him, just like we did the lost dog...You can run, but you can't hide!

[flyerguy]

I'm sorry this guy got hit. I wish the owner of the vehicle would have stopped to help him. So sad that he didn't.

I hope he makes it. Damages could be internal... of that we won't know for awhile.

From what I'm hearing, he is going to be OK.

Now... Here is another thought. I'm not saying the driver shouldn't have stopped. But I think it's a slippery slope when you try to go after the driver of a red corvette. That is the most popular color of corvettes sold. Please be careful about looking at your neighbors who own a red corvette and thinking THEY are the driver.

Here is my thought. That little guy is FAST. Most likely he ran out in traffic so fast, the driver didn't have time to stop. You don't expect something to run out in front of you!

There were NO sightings of him for over 24 hours. This car actually stopped him so we could get him back to the owner.

I don't blame the driver for hitting PAOLO.... I do blame him/her for not stopping to assist.

And to all the people who were out there looking for PAOLO... We thank you! I know every time I was out looking... Many of you were too.

THANK YOU!!! We appreciate your silent help! We need you!

THANK YOU!!!

:BigApplause:

Well Said. :thumbup:

[j8384]

If the car driver gets a fine, etc, I hope the dog owners are fined also! Maybe someone should report them for not keeping their dog under control, causing this accident! It really is their fault!!! Maybe the dog should be removed and put in doggie foster care until it can be proven the dog can no longer escape and cause an accident. Things could have been much worse, could have involved other vehicles or pedestrians had the car driver had a chance to swerve to miss the dog. Could have resulted in a dead dog. So, I don't think it is fair to put the blame on the car driver, it all started with the dog owner,

[Taltarzac725]

What is "proximate cause"? | Rottenstein Law Group LLP (http://www.rotlaw.com/legal-library/what-is-proximate-cause/)

This might be of interest when talking about who would be at fault in the red corvette hitting the pooch.

[kstew43]

I don't think there should be blame put on either party.

This was clearly a accident.....The dog owner accidentally let the dog get loose.

The car drive accidentally hit a loose dog darting in front of him....

I want to believe the vette driver wasn't aware of what had happened, so he continued on his way.

[flyerguy]

If the car driver gets a fine, etc, I hope the dog owners are fined also! Maybe someone should report them for not keeping their dog under control, causing this accident! It really is their fault!!! Maybe the dog should be removed and put in doggie foster care until it can be proven the dog can no longer escape and cause an accident. Things could have been much worse, could have involved other vehicles or pedestrians had the car driver had a chance to swerve to miss the dog. Could have resulted in a dead dog. So, I don't think it is fair to put the blame on the car driver, it all started with the dog owner,

I don't believe most folks here are totally blaming the driver for the accident. What's upsetting is that the driver didn't have the decency to stop.

[Taltarzac725]

I don't think there should be blame put on either party.

This was clearly a accident.....The dog owner accidentally let the dog get loose.

The car drive accidentally hit a loose dog darting in front of him....

I want to believe the vette driver wasn't aware of what had happened, so he continued on his way.

If something hard hits your car, I believe that you would know it right away especially if some people are yelling at you. I am assuming that the witnesses were yelling when the red corvette took off.

I know a few of these Italian greyhounds from Doggie Doo Run Run and they are the fastest dogs there except for the large Greyhounds.

[sharoni]

I think it is a wash. Actually, the dog owner, in my opinion, was the one at fault. (I like animals!) The owner did not have control of the dog, not on a leash, nor did it have a collar. If the owner knows that this dog will run at any chance, is skiddish etc, the owner should take extra precautions to ensure this does not happen, clearly they did not, as the dog got away. (No excuses, the dog got away). Law does say that pets must be under your control at all times. So, I think, the car owner has a case against the dog owner, actually, had the dog not run away, the car would not have been damaged. I do also feel the car driver should have stopped, this is why I think it is a wash. Both, in my opinion were wrong, but the dog owner was more wrong. (Glad pooch is home and ok, this is just my opinion, don't accuse me of not liking animals.)
I live in a CYV and have always felt my dogs were safe and there was no way for them to get out. That is why we went with it, instead of a house. But then we got our Cavalier, who is also a digger...We have had to take extra precautions to ensure he stays inside our villa area. A lesson learned for the owner I am sure! Grateful their dog is home safe...But the driver could have done more also!

[j8384]

I just think that it seems to me that everyone wants car driver to be in trouble, but are forgetting that dog owner did wrong first. Maybe car driver has never hit anything before, was scared, and didn't know what to do, was afraid they would get a huge vet bill, or sued by dog owner, lots of things could have gone through their mind, and out of fear or just stupidity, took off. Too many people sue now a days for everything. Stop telling people to be on the lookout for the car. Just be happy dog is ok, and no other damages were done and no human life was hurt. I am sure both parties have learned a big lesson.

[graciegirl]

I just think that it seems to me that everyone wants car driver to be in trouble, but are forgetting that dog owner did wrong first. Maybe car driver has never hit anything before, was scared, and didn't know what to do, was afraid they would get a huge vet bill, or sued by dog owner, lots of things could have gone through their mind, and out of fear or just stupidity, took off. Too many people sue now a days for everything. Stop telling people to be on the lookout for the car. Just be happy dog is ok, and no other damages were done and no human life was hurt. I am sure both parties have learned a big lesson.



I didn't grow up ever hearing of a hit and run. If something bad happened people weren't thinking about escaping blame, they were thinking more about someone being hurt. Not many really aim to harm and accidents do happen. I have little patience with those who drink and drive and those who leave the scene of an accident. It all has to do with whether you have a moral compass and it works and you think more of others than yourself.


Having said that, I am relieved to hear that the dog wasn't killed and I imagine if a greyhound slips out and begins running, there is little chance to catch it. Why do we keep digging and spitting and gagging on here until the situation gets worse?

AND....methinks that thou doth protest too much...

[j8384]

BTW, I am not the car driver, don't own a vette, can't afford one. Do own a dog though. Hope I never go through this!!!!

[Shimpy]

I don't think there should be blame put on either party.

This was clearly a accident.....The dog owner accidentally let the dog get loose.

The car drive accidentally hit a loose dog darting in front of him....

I want to believe the vette driver wasn't aware of what had happened, so he continued on his way.

Even if he was aware, I've always read to NOT try to comfort or help an injured animal even if it was a known gentle dog because in his pain he could likely bite you.

[Sandtrap328]

Even if he was aware, I've always read to NOT try to comfort or help an injured animal even if it was a known gentle dog because in his pain he could likely bite you.

True, but to drive away is against the law - yes, even for a pet. The driver most likely had a cellphone to call 911 to report the accident IF he realized what he did.

He may not have realized he hit a dog, though. We don't know.

Call off the vigilantes!

[Shimpy]

True, but to drive away is against the law - yes, even for a pet.

What does that law say?......How does the driver know it was a pet or wild duck or racoon? Where does the law say to stop and give assistance or wait for police or continue on? Somewhere between a dog and a love bug there is a point we should stop or continue on. I feel bad for the dog and probably would the Corvette owner if he knew that's what he hit if he even knew he hit anything.

[rustyp]

Ok - bottom line. Corvette owner required by law to stop and report incident. Probably scared and did the wrong thing. Should step up to the plate and report it. Dog was not supposed to be out without a leash - does not matter the dog can dig an escape route. What if Corvette owner swerved to miss dog and flipped car and ended in a fatality ? What about dog owners responsibility now ? Reporting the incident won't change the fact that the dog got hit and by not reporting it the dog is still hit and the difference is a report. Wow I am amazed on how our society loves revenge.

[klough53]

Bingo! Thank you!

[gomoho]

Ok - bottom line. Corvette owner required by law to stop and report incident. Probably scared and did the wrong thing. Should step up to the plate and report it. Dog was not supposed to be out without a leash - does not matter the dog can dig an escape route. What if Corvette owner swerved to miss dog and flipped car and ended in a fatality ? What about dog owners responsibility now ? Reporting the incident won't change the fact that the dog got hit and by not reporting it the dog is still hit and the difference is a report. Wow I am amazed on how our society loves revenge.

The difference is, if there is no one around to assist the injured animal the driver could have called animal control to rescue and not leave it there to die in pain. There is NO excuse for not stopping.

[perrjojo]

Yes, the dog's owner shares some responsibility but I feel pretty certain they didn't deliberately let their dog run loose as they had reported him lost. Some dogs are little escape artist and they can get out without the owners knowledge. The driver should have stopped.

[asianthree]

The dog breed is very fast. If one didn't notice it darted into the road you wouldn't have a chance at 35 miles an hour to stop in time. The driver not stopping is just horrific thought. Last night as we are coming back from colony something large ran across in front of our car. We breaded hard did not hit it but because it was so dark had no idea what it was. We did stop to see if we could figure out if it was a dog or a cat but it was gone through the bushes and across the golf course before we could

[graciegirl]

This is an interesting thread and reveals a lot about all of the posters values.


I have decided that I like people best who like dogs.


I am a kitty owner and they don't impact or interact with people outside the home...so I am sure that most people who like dogs like kitties too.


I seem to like them even more as I grow older. Dogs, and the people who like them.

[rustyp]

Most places you have to stop and report if you hit a dog, horse, cow, goat, mule, sheep or pig. You don't have to stop if you hit a cat or most other animals. In the north country if you hit a deer and it's still alive most likely law enforcement will put it out of it's misery. In Alaska they have a lottery for who gets the moose meat when hit by a car. I wonder who in society got to pick which ones are the special animals. FYI how do you know the driver did not call police even immediately down the road. All you know is the driver did not stop at the scene which by law is required. Call it a mistake, misdemeanor, poor judgment, no morals, etc. Dog is OK. Sounds like some of you are looking for justice - will a good old fashion hanging in the town square do it for you ?

[CFrance]

Most places you have to stop and report if you hit a dog, horse, cow, goat, mule, sheep or pig. You don't have to stop if you hit a cat or most other animals. In the north country if you hit a deer and it's still alive most likely law enforcement will put it out of it's misery. In Alaska they have a lottery for who gets the moose meat when hit by a car. I wonder who in society got to pick which ones are the special animals. FYI how do you know the driver did not call police even immediately down the road. All you know is the driver did not stop at the scene which by law is required. Call it a mistake, misdemeanor, poor judgment, no morals, etc. Dog is OK. Sounds like some of you are looking for justice - will a good old fashion hanging in the town square do it for you ?
OP, did police show up at the scene? If not, I would guess that the driver didn't call to report the accident. If he had, wouldn't they have told him to stay at the scene?:shrug:

[rustyp]

OP, did police show up at the scene? If not, I would guess that the driver didn't call to report the accident. If he had, wouldn't they have told him to stay at the scene?:shrug:

Why are you asking me ? I wasn't there. I don't know anything about it.

[CFrance]

Why are you asking me ? I wasn't there. I don't know anything about it.
I asked the OP but referenced your statement "FYI how do you know the driver did not call police even immediately down the road. All you know is the driver did not stop at the scene which by law is required"

[Taltarzac725]

The Ox-Bow Incident (1943) (http://www.filmsite.org/oxbo.html)

Nobody is suggesting a lynching. Accidents and Animals: Pet Hit and Run Laws - FindLaw Blotter (http://blogs.findlaw.com/blotter/2015/11/accidents-and-animals-pet-hit-and-run-laws.html)

[Atlanta]

I asked the OP but referenced your statement "FYI how do you know the driver did not call police even immediately down the road. All you know is the driver did not stop at the scene which by law is required"

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

[kstew43]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

you did a very good thing and I am sure you will be rewarded. Karma.....:BigApplause:

[gerryann]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

You're a good person. Thanks for being there for this pup.

[CFrance]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.
What a wonderful thing you did. Thanks to you!

[Susan G]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

Very quick thinking getting to PAOLO and covering him with your towel. They do go into shock & will struggle and cause even more stress & injuries. So horrific to witness a dog being struck.

I am one of the ones involved in the search/rescue of PAOLO & many other dogs recently, some of whom are still missing. We will be forming a group to help spread the tasks out and could use your help. Please PM me if interested (or have your wife do it) and we'll let you know when we get the group together.

Again, thank you on behalf of the owner and the people involved in the 2 day search.

Susan Gros
Honorary Chair
Dog Search Team of The Villages

[flyerguy]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

You receive a very big "Atta Boy" You did good. :thumbup:

[rustyp]

The Ox-Bow Incident (1943) (http://www.filmsite.org/oxbo.html)

Nobody is suggesting a lynching. Accidents and Animals: Pet Hit and Run Laws - FindLaw Blotter (http://blogs.findlaw.com/blotter/2015/11/accidents-and-animals-pet-hit-and-run-laws.html)

That was a great movie. An excellent illustration of how easily one's values can get distorted after jumping to conclusions, surrendering to peer pressure, and taking the law into their own hands.:thumbup:

[Taltarzac725]

That was a great movie. An excellent illustration of how easily one's values can get distorted after jumping to conclusions, surrendering to peer pressure, and taking the law into their own hands.:thumbup:

It was a favorite among teachers at my high school in Reno as well as at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) as its author Walter Van Tilburg Clark taught English at UNR. Walter Van Tilburg Clark Biography (http://www.cliffsnotes.com/literature/o/the-oxbow-incident/walter-van-tilburg-clark-biography)

[CWGUY]

:shrug: 11 posts on https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/bad-auto-accident-189844/ 3 people in serious condition.

57 posts on Dog hit by Red Vet. - Dog doing well at home.(thank God)

What if anything is wrong with this picture? Just asking. :throwtomatoes:

[Nucky]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

What a beautiful thing you have done. Instinctively giving aid and comfort. I hope you hit the lottery & have health & happiness. You are an excellent example to all. Take Care. :BigApplause:

[Barefoot]

11 posts on https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/bad-auto-accident-189844/ 3 people in serious condition.
57 posts on Dog hit by Red Vet. - Dog doing well at home.(thank God)
What if anything is wrong with this picture? Just asking.Two terrible accidents for sure. In one accident, the truck driver was ticketed. The other accident was a cowardly hit and run.

[Barefoot]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.
Bless your heart for your compassion.

[rustyp]

Two terrible accidents for sure. In one accident, the truck driver was ticketed. The other accident was a cowardly hit and run.

Let's see using this logic:

Truck driver causes accident - humans are hurt - struggling for life -truck driver gets ticket

Dog causes accident - dog hurt - superficial wounds - it's a cowardly hit and run

Shouldn't the dog get a ticket ?

[mikemalloy]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

I happened to be passing when you and another individual were running out onto Buena Vista. I saw the dog struggling and have been wondering whether or not he was seriously injured. I'm glad for this post because it addressed the concerns that I had. I'm sure that if you hadn't acted so quickly the dog might have been in danger of being hit again. Well done.:BigApplause:

[Taltarzac725]

I was the golfer that retrieved the pup. I am using my wife's account because I don't have one. It was purely an accident even though the car appeared to be going about 45 MPH and then a second car almost hit it as it was struggling. I called 911 after getting the pup out of the road asking them to send animal control. The dog was in obvious shock and bleeding, but didn't seem to have severe injuries, and kept struggling to get up so I put my golf towel over it to keep it warm and covered it's head to keep it calm. Many people slowed to offer assistance, then one man stopped and when I described the dog to him he referenced the owners information on his phone and called her. A sheriff's deputy came and stayed with us until the owner got there and took the dog to the vet. I am thrilled that the pup will make it, and I am willing to bet he won't try to dig out again.

Thanks for your presence of mind and kindness.

[CFrance]

:shrug: 11 posts on https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/bad-auto-accident-189844/ 3 people in serious condition.

57 posts on Dog hit by Red Vet. - Dog doing well at home.(thank God)

What if anything is wrong with this picture? Just asking. :throwtomatoes:
For one thing, animals are pretty much defenseless and cause their own mishapss out of innocence. It tugs at your heartstrings. For another, there were witnesses and people who were able to follow up, so that made the thread longer. There were no TOTVers witnessing the car/truck accident. No follow-up. There wasn't even very much explanation in the paper. Those people are in our thoughts and prayers, but with no back story, there's not much more to say.

And for a third, the thread is older.

[regas56]

If the car driver gets a fine, etc, I hope the dog owners are fined also! Maybe someone should report them for not keeping their dog under control, causing this accident! It really is their fault!!! Maybe the dog should be removed and put in doggie foster care until it can be proven the dog can no longer escape and cause an accident. Things could have been much worse, could have involved other vehicles or pedestrians had the car driver had a chance to swerve to miss the dog. Could have resulted in a dead dog. So, I don't think it is fair to put the blame on the car driver, it all started with the dog owner,
What is wrong with you? Who said anyone's getting fined? Who said it was the drivers fault? It's not illegal to hit an animal and just keep going, I believe it's more a question of why wouldn't someone stop if for no other reason than to make sure this animal isn't suffering.. Conditions and situations occur that can be cause for a pet OR child to wander off, usually in a split second of preoccupation, open door, phone call etc, would you fine a parent or remove their child because of it? Maybe you're one of the rare ones that would NEVER allow that to happen but most of us are less than perfect and these things sometimes do happen..We all have our opinion as do you but they're still just opinions and shouldn't morph into hyperbole and THAT is just my opinion..

[regas56]

:shrug: 11 posts on https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/bad-auto-accident-189844/ 3 people in serious condition.

57 posts on Dog hit by Red Vet. - Dog doing well at home.(thank God)

What if anything is wrong with this picture? Just asking. :throwtomatoes:
Did the driver in the bad accident stop? Most love their pets and they love us back unconditionally while also needing us to protect and defend them..I would stop to aid an injured dog as fast as I would an injured human as I believe suffering is suffering and neither deserve to suffer.. The thread has a heart string being tugged at no, more no less..

[CFrance]

What is wrong with you? Who said anyone's getting fined? Who said it was the drivers fault? It's not illegal to hit an animal and just keep going, I believe it's more a question of why wouldn't someone stop if for no other reason than to make sure this animal isn't suffering.. Conditions and situations occur that can be cause for a pet OR child to wander off, usually in a split second of preoccupation, open door, phone call etc, would you fine a parent or remove their child because of it? Maybe you're one of the rare ones that would NEVER allow that to happen but most of us are less than perfect and these things sometimes do happen..We all have our opinion as do you but they're still just opinions and shouldn't morph into hyperbole and THAT is just my opinion..
I agree with you. The idea that the owner is at fault because the dog took it upon himself to dig a hole and escape while nobody was looking is preposterous. My dog can dig a hole two feet deep on a beach in five minutes flat. Our son could get 50 feet up a tree without making a sound. Who knows what pets or kids are going to think up next? Accidents happen through nobody's fault.

This subject is not about assigning fault; it's about acting responsibly.

[laurie jeanne]

Very quick thinking getting to PAOLO and covering him with your towel. They do go into shock & will struggle and cause even more stress & injuries. So horrific to witness a dog being struck.

I am one of the ones involved in the search/rescue of PAOLO & many other dogs recently, some of whom are still missing. We will be forming a group to help spread the tasks out and could use your help. Please PM me if interested (or have your wife do it) and we'll let you know when we get the group together.

Again, thank you on behalf of the owner and the people involved in the 2 day search.

Susan Gros
Honorary Chair
Dog Search Team of The Villages
I'm a neighbor of the owner & was out there searching, looking, leaving flyers, talking to people etc since last Weds. I don't think any stone was unturned to find Paolo. It sure was an incredible huge group effort of friends, neighbors & total strangers who took the search to heart. That's how The Villages rolls. Prayers were definitely answered. Don't know how to PM you but I'd like to make myself available to render assistance as needed.

[CFrance]

I'm a neighbor of the owner & was out there searching, looking, leaving flyers, talking to people etc since last Weds. I don't think any stone was unturned to find Paolo. It sure was an incredible huge group effort of friends, neighbors & total strangers who took the search to heart. That's how The Villages rolls. Prayers were definitely answered. Don't know how to PM you but I'd like to make myself available to render assistance as needed.
Laurie jean, if you left-click on Susan's name at the top of one of her posts, a drop-down menu will appear. You can then click on "Send a private message."

[OhioBuckeye]

Well, I wouldn't get to worked up about this, I'm sure the Corvette owner will have to put more money in that Vette to fix it than to worry about someone pet running loose. Not trying to sound insensitive, just saying the owner of the dog should of made more of an attempt to keep his dog contained. But then again the Corvette owner should of been courteous & stopped. If you want to find him, maybe, just maybe this person will show up at the next Corvette rally!