Marietta, OH – Two dogs are safe after being found running through traffic early Wednesday morning on a busy stretch of State Route 550 in Washington County, prompting officials to search for their owners.
According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Warden encountered the two dogs while driving to work near Anderson Road. The dogs were reportedly running in the roadway and were in danger of being struck by passing vehicles.
Acting quickly, Sheriff Warden stopped and managed to get both dogs into his cruiser. Authorities say the dogs appeared friendly and unharmed despite the hazardous conditions.
After checking the dogs for identification, deputies discovered they were not wearing tags. The dogs were then transported to the Humane Society of the Ohio Valley (HSOV), where they were fed and evaluated. Officials confirmed both dogs are now safe and being cared for at the shelter.
The Humane Society is actively working to locate the dogs’ owners and is asking the public for help. Anyone who recognizes the dogs or believes they may belong to them is encouraged to contact HSOV as soon as possible.
The shelter can be reached at (740) 373-5959.
Officials remind pet owners to ensure dogs are properly secured and wearing identification, especially near busy roadways like State Route 550, which sees regular commuter and commercial traffic through the Marietta area.
Residents in Washington County and surrounding Ohio Valley communities are urged to share the information to help reunite the dogs with their families.
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