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‘Lynnhaven Lucy’: Elusive Virginia Beach dog finally captured after 2 years
WAVY ^ | Dec 15, 2020 | Julius Ayo

Posted on 12/15/2020 1:31:20 PM PST by csvset

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Lucy, the infamous street savvy pup that has eluded capture for two years, is now in the custody of Virginia Beach Animal Control.

Lucy first made headlines, and paused traffic, more than a year ago when Virginia Beach residents insisted, against city officials, on feeding the dog in the busy roadways of Lynnhaven Parkway and Sabre Street.

From treats, toys, and kindness from Virginia Beach Animal Control officers, Lucy resisted all attempts of being caught in favor of the feasts passersby tossed at her.

Officials said that while they understood the good intentions of the residents, it prevented animal control officers from catching the dog and helping her.

A Christmas miracle? Perhaps.

Over the weekend, Virginia Beach Animal Control applauded the actions of one resident in finally catching Lucy.

Citizen Regina Quinn went on social media and posted the moment Lucy finally let her guard down “in the wee hours of the morning” on Sunday.

Quinn stated that she had been on a mission to catch “Lynnhaven Lucy” for more than three months, visiting her nightly with her own dog, Brody.

“We made the connection we were striving for for so long. A physical connection that was built off of a day-after-day, and night-after-night of consistent routine of becoming familiar with me in her atmosphere,” said Quinn. “With the knowledge that all other attempts failed to capture her for 2 years, having being fed on a regular basis from so many different people and passersby, it was hard to use food as a motivation.”

Lucy was previously adopted in 2018 by a Virginia Beach resident and within days of being brought to her new home, animal control officers said she escaped.

“Due to the short amount of time she was with the new adopter, the dog did not form any bond with her new family that would assist in catching her,” Virginia Beach Animal Control said in a Facebook post.

It’s safe to say Lucy had quite the Thanksgiving dinner after animal control reported the pup as “overweight” following a routine check-up after her capture.

Overall, a shelter veterinarian said Lucy is in good health.

Officials say Lucy is not quite yet ready for adoption. She will stay at the shelter to help her transition from being on the streets to a dog who is not fearful and would not want to run away again.


TOPICS: Pets/Animals
KEYWORDS: 2years; dog; lucy; snoopycomehome
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To: csvset

The poor dog has been hiden from Biden.

“I’m just pullin the dog’s tail in the shower.”


21 posted on 12/15/2020 2:33:45 PM PST by blueunicorn6 ("A crack shot and a good dancer”)
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To: NEMDF
VIRGINIA BEACH — A street savvy, stray dog living in the woods off Lynnhaven Parkway since summer continues to elude Animal Control.

On Tuesday, Supervisor Meghan Conti said officers are still trying to catch the white hound mix with tan spots.

The problem: The dog has become reliant of food handouts and isn’t hungry for the bait placed in traps.

“Don’t feed the dog,” Conti said. ...”

https://www.pilotonline.com/life/pets/vp-nw-elusive-dog-update-1204-20191203-rx5affjc5rbnxmd4rmpq5jgw3y-story.html

22 posted on 12/15/2020 2:34:50 PM PST by ETL (REAL Russia collusion! DEMOCRAT-Russia collusion!! Click ETL...)
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To: csvset

I can equate this to end result of Americans attempt to be free. And there is a trick around every bend.


23 posted on 12/15/2020 2:35:02 PM PST by Revel
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To: csvset
Citizen Regina Quinn went on social media and posted the moment Lucy finally let her guard down “in the wee hours of the morning” on Sunday.

Good luck to the next adopter. Old Lucy is going to be less trusting than ever and constantly looking for her chance to escape.

A friend of mine has had good luck with feral cats by confining them in the house 24/7. Mysteriously, after a few years they actually become afraid to go out and won't even try if my buddy accidently leaves the door open while working around the house.

Don't know if dogs would react the same way, but Lucy's new owner is going to have to watch her like a hawk for a while. And take her to obedience training asap to get her used to following commands!

24 posted on 12/15/2020 2:37:05 PM PST by LibWhacker
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To: csvset

A man I know bought a cheap house that had a rat infestation. He tried everything, poisons, traps, various deterrents. Nothing helped, they were too smart. I told him to use liquor — a dish of wine. Pretty soon he had no more rats.
A little nip would probably have made the most skittish dog forget his misgivings. Of course with a dog you don’t want to overdose him.


25 posted on 12/15/2020 2:37:54 PM PST by Buttons12 ( )
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To: ETL

The problem: The dog has become reliant of food handouts and isn’t hungry for the bait placed in traps.


Take away its EBT card. Problem solved.


26 posted on 12/15/2020 2:38:00 PM PST by nesnah (Liberals - the petulant children of politics)
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To: csvset






27 posted on 12/15/2020 2:46:49 PM PST by ETL (REAL Russia collusion! DEMOCRAT-Russia collusion!! Click ETL...)
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To: blueunicorn6

He was pullin what, in the shower?


28 posted on 12/15/2020 2:52:02 PM PST by GOYAKLA (Winning not whining!)
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To: DesertRhino

Ah yes. And it figures the men couldn’t figure out how to trap her, all the time wanting to.

Never mind the dog is a female too. (I prefer females.)


29 posted on 12/15/2020 2:55:38 PM PST by the OlLine Rebel (Common sense is an uncommon virtue./Federal-run medical care is as good as state-run DMVs. I )
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To: GOYAKLA

That was his explanation for hurting his foot.

“I was just pulling the old dog’s tail.”


30 posted on 12/15/2020 2:57:35 PM PST by blueunicorn6 ("A crack shot and a good dancer”)
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To: csvset
Is Lucy a Libertarian or a Socialist? Hard to tell. Wants to be free, but lives high on handouts.

"I Think My Dog's a Democrat"

https://youtu.be/H3VLqLLWxbQ

31 posted on 12/15/2020 2:58:15 PM PST by twister881
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I doubt any genuine dog lover could get through this KIDS CARTOON (movie) without shedding a few tears. I'm sure Netflix has it, maybe YouTube?


Snoopy Come Home -- animated cartoon movie










32 posted on 12/15/2020 2:59:57 PM PST by ETL (REAL Russia collusion! DEMOCRAT-Russia collusion!! Click ETL...)
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To: rlmorel

I’ve never had a beagle, but they are cute as all get out. When the allergy commercial that has a guy playing with a tiny, clumsy beagle puppy comes on, I can’t help but watch it despite how many times it’s aired.

Whenever my two dogs forget their indoor manners, they are reminded that it’s a good thing they’re cute.


33 posted on 12/15/2020 3:02:57 PM PST by skr (May God confound the enemy)
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To: blueunicorn6

I knew about Hidin’ but was thinking he was “Toobin”! :^}


34 posted on 12/15/2020 3:04:35 PM PST by GOYAKLA (Winning not whining!)
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To: BubbaBasher

Neighborhood dog, much like neighborhood cats. They know how to take advantage of humans, lol


35 posted on 12/15/2020 3:11:25 PM PST by skr (May God confound the enemy)
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To: BubbaBasher

There are thousands of these dogs in Virginia. The local use them for hunting in packs and many simply don’t return home. There are boxes on many rural roads where you can put these dogs when they show up at your door.


36 posted on 12/15/2020 4:49:22 PM PST by Ouderkirk (Life is about ass, you're either covering, hauling, laughing, kicking, kissing, or behaving like one)
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To: skr

I love dogs...would love to own one, but have to stick with cats for the time being...:)


37 posted on 12/15/2020 5:41:43 PM PST by rlmorel ("I’d rather enjoy a risky freedom than a safe servitude." Robby Dinero, USMC Veteran, Gym Owner)
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To: csvset

Bkmk. My FIL probably fed this bitch.


38 posted on 12/15/2020 7:10:00 PM PST by Fester Chugabrew (I'd rather have a rude President than a polite tyrant.)
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To: Dacula

Lucy voted multiple times, for Biden.


39 posted on 12/15/2020 7:12:38 PM PST by Jane Long (Praise God, from whom ALL blessings flow,)
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To: rlmorel

I hope you can enjoy being a dog owner when you are able. They are a bit more work than cats but those puppy dog eyes and wagging tails will make up for it.


40 posted on 12/15/2020 10:15:34 PM PST by skr (May God confound the enemy)
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