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Report: Bobcat Sighting in New Canaan, Decapitated Rabbit Found in Town
A cat is also under home quarantine and some residents are concerned about some dog owners not picking up after their pets.
The latest animal news in New Canaan involves a bobcat sighting, the discovery of a headless rabbit, not picking up after dogs go the bathroom, and a cat under home quarantine after biting its owner.
First, a decapitated rabbit was found recently near a Richmond Hill property, but animal control officials say it’s the work of a hawk and not foul play, reports Michael Dinan of the New Canaanite.
Second, a bobcat was seen on April 8 on Wahackme Road and animal control staff say there are two confirmed bobcat sightings in town, one on the Ponus side of town, and the other near Gerdes Road, Dinan reports.
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Thirdly, Avalon New Canaan residents have raised concerns that Millport Avenue dog owners are not cleaning up after their animals go to the bathroom, according to animal control.
Lastly, a Ridge Road family’s cat is under home quarantine after biting its owner, Dinan reports.
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