SARATOGA COUNTY, NY — Saratoga County District Attorney Brett Eby is encouraging residents to consider fostering and adopting animals from the Saratoga County Animal Shelter after his family recently adopted a rescue puppy who overcame extraordinary challenges to find his forever home. The journey began when Eby’s wife, Julie, who volunteers at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, was introduced to a husky mix puppy by Kelly DeVall who serves as Director of the shelter.
At the time, the puppy was known as “Crème Brûlée.”The puppy had arrived at the shelter alongside seven brothers and sisters after being surrendered. His circumstances were especially heartbreaking. Before arriving at the shelter, the puppy had become trapped beneath a sheet of plywood, leaving him temporarily paralyzed. Despite the severity of his injuries, the shelter’s dedicated staff and volunteers worked tirelessly to nurse him back to health. Through care and rehabilitation, the puppy made a remarkable recovery and regained full mobility.
After meeting Crème Brûlée, Julie immediately formed a connection with him. The Eby family soon began fostering the puppy, helping care for him as he continued his recovery and adjusted to life in a loving home environment. On June 2, 2026, the Eby family officially adopted him. The puppy’s new name came from an unexpected source. Peyton Eby, who was six years old at the time, chose the name “Clyde” after a character from the Nickelodeon television show The Loud House, one of her favorite programs. Her father was equally enthusiastic about the choice. “I loved the name Clyde,” District Attorney Eby said. “I am a huge fan of Clyde Frazier. To me, he’s the greatest Knicks player and broadcaster of all time. So when Peyton picked the name, it was an easy decision.”
Today, Clyde is a healthy and energetic member of the Eby family, a testament to the life-changing impact of animal rescue, fostering, and adoption. “I encourage anyone who is thinking about adding a pet to their family to visit the Saratoga County Animal Shelter and consider fostering or adopting,” Eby said. “There are so many wonderful animals waiting for a second chance. Clyde’s story is proof of what can happen when dedicated shelter staff, volunteers, foster families, and adopters come together. Not only can you change an animal’s life, but they can change yours as well.”
District Attorney Eby noted that animal welfare is a cause that extends beyond his own family. Several members of the Saratoga County District Attorney’s Office have fostered and adopted animals, reflecting a broader commitment to protecting vulnerable members of the community.” Our office takes animal abuse cases seriously,” Eby said. “Protecting animals from cruelty and neglect is an important part of public safety. The compassion that so many members of our office have shown through fostering and adoption reflects our commitment to standing up for those who cannot speak for themselves.”
Eby praised the Saratoga County Animal Shelter staff, volunteers, and foster families for the work they do every day to care for animals in need and help connect them with loving homes. “Clyde’s story would not have been possible without the incredible people at the shelter,” Eby said. “We are grateful for everything they did to save him and help bring him into our family.”
