Calves Rescued From Backyard 'Junk Heap,' 1 Tied To RV: Shelter

NORTH FORK, NY — Two calves were rescued from a "dangerous" yard filled with debris and abandoned cars in Riverhead Wednesday, the North Fork Animal Welfare League said.

According to a post on the NFAWL's Facbook page: "A very concerned good Samaritan called to report two calves, one loose and one tied up to a dilapidated RV."

Riverhead Police and the NFAWL responded to find the calves in the yard. "They were in a backyard junk heap, full of abandoned cars and other dangerous garbage. After some discussion, the owner of the property surrendered these two lovely babies to the League," the NFAWL said.

The shelter thanked Riverhead Police, "League staff members Renee, Tammy, and Matt and our volunteer retired veterinarian, Dr. Buffy! It took the whole village to get these guys loaded up and to the safety and comfort of our facility in Peconic."