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NYPD Officer Adopts Dog He Rescued From East River

Officer Jared DeSalvo and his family welcomed Hudson, a Maltese mix, into their Staten Island home six weeks after her dramatic rescue from icy waters.

NYPD Harbor Unit Officer Jared Desalvo is pictured with the dog, now named Hudson, that he helped rescue from the East River in March. (Rebecca White / New York Daily News)
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Overview

  • On March 30, 2025, NYPD Harbor Unit officers rescued a small Maltese mix from the East River near Pier 15, where she was found swimming in rough waters wearing a pink harness but without tags or a microchip.
  • The dog, later named Hudson, was treated for a water-related respiratory infection at the Animal Care Centers of NYC’s Queens shelter and held for six weeks to allow for potential owners to come forward.
  • After no one claimed her, Officer Jared DeSalvo, who participated in the rescue, finalized the adoption on May 10, 2025, surprising his two children with the new addition to their family.
  • Hudson now lives with the DeSalvo family on Staten Island, joining their 14-year-old Boston Terrier, Bocce, and enjoying new toys, treats, and a GPS-equipped collar.
  • Officer DeSalvo emphasized the importance of compassion and second chances, saying Hudson will be well cared for and is a welcome part of their family.