Dog Left Tied To Tree With No Food, Now Up For Adoption In Somerset County

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Timber is getting a new lease on life after being found tied to a tree without any food or water in a secluded part of Washington Valley Park.

Bridgewater Police found a German Shepherd on July 9 tied to a tree with no food, water, or owner in the area. He was turned over to The Somerset County Regional Animal Shelter(SRAS).

Since being rescued, "Timber has stolen the hearts of many staff members at SRAS," said the shelter.

Timber is described as a strong boy requiring an owner willing to invest time in training and socializing him.

He is reactive to other dogs and will need training to learn how to ignore others. He is very smart and loves treats. He knows some commands and is eager to learn, said the shelter.

Due to his size and reactivity to other dogs, SRAS is requiring an adult-only home with Shepherd experience a plus.

If this sounds like a good fit for you contact the shelter during their business hours. The shelter is open daily from noon to 3:30 p.m. at 100 Commons Way in Bridgewater. No appointment is necessary.

Community members can help the shelter by purchasing supplies from the shelter's Amazon Wishlist or by making a monetary donation visit srasnj.org/donate.

Anyone interested in fostering or learning more about the shelter can call 908-725-0308 or visit srasnj.org or facebook.com/somersetregionalanimalshelter.

Have a news tip? Email alexis.tarrazi@patch.com.