Nightmare on Bond St. GL Exclusive: Dogs at Scarano’s Bunker Attack

We have posted many times about the Robert Scarano-designed building at Bond and Carroll Streets that we call the Bunker, but this scary story isn’t about the building or its design or the slow progress on the structure. It is about a GL reader who wrote to say that she and her husband and their dogs were attacked by the building’s guard dogs, who escaped from the premises and came after them on Bond Street. One the dogs was mauled badly enough to require surgery. Here is her story:

I’m a Carroll Gardens resident, and I’m very disturbed by the operations taking place around 342 Bond Street. Last night around 8:00 pm two very large attack dogs escaped from this lot and attacked my husband and our two dogs (one of my dogs needed surgery as a result). We contacted the police, who were familiar with the attack dogs and their owners. I am disgusted that the companies responsible for this lot have hired attack dogs in the first place, although I realize this is perfectly legal. However, I’m very upset that they do not adequately supervise the dogs, allowing them to escape and attack innocent bystanders. These companies should be held responsible for everything they bring into our community — including the attack dogs.

I’m not sure who to blame for this, but I know “K9 Powerhouse Kennels” provided the attack dogs (their sign is clearly posted on the fence). A company called “Double M Demolition, Inc.” also posted a sign at the construction site, so I assume they hired the attack dogs? Regardless, the members of our community have a right to know this is happening…..and a right to know that companies are endangering our safety. Fortunately my dogs’ and my husband’s lives were spared, but who’s to say this won’t happen again — and who’s to say that next time it won’t be a child? Shame on these companies. Carroll Gardens is a wonderful place to live, and I want to keep it that way.

The little dog who was attacked is named Cappy, and was in the BARC Parade in Williamsburg dressed as Captain Brooklyn. The victim later reported that she spoke with the owner of the attack dog company:

I spoke with Angelo Biondo today (he’s the owner of K9 Powerhouse Kennels). He thinks that Con Edison had been at the worksite and “dug a hole” but “they didn’t tell anyone”….so the worksite was left open, and that’s how the attack dogs escaped. Of course, his only response was “I’m really sorry” and “You’ll have to get in touch with the contractors.” I talked to the ASPCA Law Enforcement Department, and they said K9 Powerhouse Kennels are responsible for the dogs.

Cappy will recover from the awful and scary attack. The building, by the way, has attracted 36 complaints, although they have been for more run-of-the-mill problems like illegal work rather than savage dogs menacing passersby on the street.

Here’s Our Brooklyn Joey

We checked out the joey at the Prospect Park Zoo whose the subject of a naming contest that runs through March 20. We found him busy eating whatever baby kangaroos are fed at the zoo and mom just kind of chilling out. Cute.

Public Service Announcement: Have You Seen Pinky?

These are posted in Williamsburg, mostly east of the BQE. We found this one on Metropolitan and Union, near Kellog’s Diner. If you find Pinky, rescue her and call.

Name This Brooklyn Kangaroo

We got an email from the Heart of Brooklyn Partnership about the kangaroo naming contest that started yesterday for this joey born at the Prospect Park Zoo. Frankly, we’d take any excuse to run these photos we requested from them, but the naming contest, which runs through March 20, is also a very good reason. Here’s a bit about the joey and the contest:

This little joey is Brooklyn-born and bred, but its species is native to Australia. Our zookeepers are still waiting to see whether this little one is male or female, so our only word of advice is to keep the name unisex.


Once all of the suggestions are in, the zoo’s animal staff will review them and choose the top four. HOB’s homepage will post these four contenders and the public will vote for their favorite online…Born late last year, the curious little ‘roo is now often seen hopping out of mom Christy’s pouch to briefly explore its new surroundings, before heading back inside to take cover. The Prospect Park Zoo is the only zoo in the Northeast with western gray kangaroos, and it can now boast having four of them. The best part is the kangaroos roam freely throughout their exhibit, so you never know when one might literally hop your way! The zoo will be open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and until 5:00 p.m. on the weekends. Starting March 22, the zoo begins its spring summer hours, which are Monday-Friday 10 am to 5 pm; 5:30 weekends.

We have tossed the name “Coney” into the ring. It has a good gender-neutral sound and also works well as Coney the Kangaroo.

[Photos courtesy of Julie Larsen Maher/Wildlife Conservation Society]

Adoptable Brooklyn Cutie of the Week #2: Terrance

This week we’re featuring two adoptable pets of the week as part of our weekly feature with animals available for adoption at the Sean Casey Animal Rescue shelter in Kensington.

We know that someone out there will think that Terrance is the cutest thing ever. He’s a puggle and here’s his bio:

Terrance is a 7 year old Puggle…he’s neutered, dewormed, treated with Revolution to prevent fleas, ticks, ear mites and heartworm and he’s up to date with vaccinations. His adoption fee is $200.00 and he’ll get one free exam at our vet’s office, one free month of pet health insurance and a microchip. If you’d like to meet him please email us for an adoption application at nyanimalrescue@yahoo.com.

Sean Casey Animal Rescue is located at 155 East 3rd Street in Kensington. They have a lot of different pets in need. Their number is 718.436.5163.

Adoptable Brooklyn Cutie of the Week #1: Domino

Here is our adoptable pet of the week. We’re featuring animals available for adoption at the Sean Casey Animal Rescue shelter in Kensington every week. If we help one kind soul hook up with one dog, cat or other creature in need of a home, we’ll be quite content.

This is Domino. He is an adult pit bull mix. Our friends at Sean Casey email that “He’s been waiting so patiently and being a pit mix and an adult, it’s difficult to find him a home. He’s a great dog, very friendly and he just loves attention!” Here’s his Petfinder bio:

Hi, my name is Domino and I`m a 1 and a half year old Pit Bull Terrier. I`m all ready to be adopted…I`ve been neutered, dewormed, treated with Revolution to prevent fleas, ticks, ear mites and heartworm and I`m up to date with vaccinations. My adoption fee is $75.00 and I’ll get one free vet exam, one free month of pet health insurance and a microchip! I love to play and to go for walks and I’ll keep you company watching TV too 🙂 If you`d like to meet me, email my friends at nyanimalrescue@yahoo.com for an Adoption Application. I can`t wait to meet you!

Clearly, any potential adopter has to decide if a particular creature in need of a home is right for their living situation, needs and their ability to provide the proper level of care and attention. Sean Casey Animal Rescue is located at 155 East 3rd Street in Kensington. They have a lot of different pets in need. Their number is 718.436.5163.

Behold the Coney Island Swans

Yesterday, we ran a gorgeous sunset shot taken by Eric Provost, who is a regular GL photo contributor, in which these two swans could be seen in silhouette. Here they are in a couple of other shots Mr. Provost sent along. He writes,” Never saw swans out in the middle of a beach. They were just swimming past the boardwalk…” We’ve seen swans in the Gowanus and there was one that used to like hanging out in Red Hook, and we’ve seen them in many other places on the water around Brooklyn, but we’ve never personally seen them on the beach side of Coney Island before.

Behold the Gowanus Parrots

These birds aren’t just Brooklyn Parrots, they’re Gowanus ones. The photos come from Christian Hanson, a GL reader who, for a time, was doing a blog called walksbklyn. He writes:

I was doing some work on the computer this afternoon when I noticed an inordinate amount of “squawking” going on outside my window. Much to my surprise, and subsequent delight, were the electric green and gray parrots down here on 3rd avenue and 9th street! Apparently, my neighbor had put out some feed and anywhere from 2 to 8 parrots were pillaging the supply of seed. Pretty awesome to see such beautiful birds right outside the window.

We do love our Brooklyn parrots, particularly the Gowanus crew.

Public Service Announcement: Lost in Bed-Stuy

From Lewis Avenue in Bed-Stuy, submitted by Miss Heather.

Adoptable Brooklyn Cutie of the Week: Shakira

Here’s this week’s adoptable pet of the week. We’re going to be featuring animals available for adoption at the Sean Casey Animal Rescue shelter in Kensington either every week or something close to that. If we help one kind soul hook up with one dog, cat or other creature in need of a home, we’ll be quite content.

This is jet black beauty is named Shakira. She’s an older adult cat who could use a great home so she can enjoy what would be called her “golden years,” were she a Brooklynite looking for a retirement spot in Boca Raton. Here’s the info that Sean Casey emailed us about Shakira:

“Give this beautiful adult girl a second chance! She’s 10 years old, spayed, dewormed, treated with Revolution to prevent fleas, ticks, ear mites and heartworm, up to date with shots….all she needs is someone to love and to love her in return! Her adoption fee is $75.00 and she’ll get one free exam at our vet, one free month of pet health insurance and a microchip. If you’d like to adopt Shakira please direct all questions and adoption application requests to nyanimalrescue (at) yahoo (dot) com.

Sean Casey Animal Rescue is located at 155 East 3rd Street in Kensington. They have a lot of different pets in need. Their number is 718.436.5163. In the meantime, just look at that face and picture her perched on your windowsill getting some sun.