Update: Brewster Dog Found Abandoned Begins Road to Recovery

Young German Shephard Found Abandoned in Brewster

In early September the Putnam County SPCA shared a heartbreaking discovery.

A young German Shephard was found abandoned near a business on Starr Ridge Road in Brewster. Good Samaritans found the pup and the Putnam County SPCA shared that when the Good Samaritans found the dog, it was in rough shape.

In a statement the Putnam County SPCA explains:

 The dog’s muzzle area was found tightly wrapped with what appeared to be black electrical tape.

Thankfully, the people who found the dog were able to transport the dog to Brewster Veterinary Hospital for assistance.

According to the Putnam County SPCA  "during the initial examination, significant swelling, irritation, and injuries were observed around the dogs muzzle."

At the time the German Shephard

Brewster Veterinary Hospital Gives Update on Rescued German Shephard

After being rescued, we learned that the German Shephard would be spending some time at Brewster Veterinary Hospital as they recovered.

We're now starting to get some updates on the recovery process. First, we learn that the German Shephard now goes by Starr.

Brewster Veterinary Hospital shared that along with her muzzled nose, they learned she also had "broken teeth and damage to the tissue surrounded her mouth. She also had abrasions around her collar area and scarring on her ear."

In the latest update Brewster Veterinary Hospital writes:

Our veterinary team performed a sedated examination, cleaned and treated her wounds, and began managing her immediate medical needs. Starr is now being given time for the swelling to subside before the next stage of her treatment. She is expected to require additional dental care, including extractions, as well as reconstructive surgery.

If you would like to help with Starr's recovery journey, Brewster Veterinary Hospital has put together a donation page.

You can make your donation at GiveButter.com where they have a $10,000 goal and as of Friday September 25th, 2026, they've reached over $4,000 in donations.