- California, USA -
The SPCA Monterey County is seeking information about a man impersonating a veterinarian in Monterey County.
According to the press release by the agency, the individual, of Prunedale, “is providing veterinary care without a license and is suspected of animal abuse and cruelty. He has been giving veterinary examinations, prescribing medication, and even performing invasive surgeries in his home.”
The organization said that at least one innocent dog died as a result of the individual’s negligence and many other dogs are now in need of follow-up vet care.
The SPCA further said that the individual was most recently performing illegal, unlicensed veterinary procedures at a home in the 1600 block of Blackie Road in Prunedale and before that, at a home on McGowan in Salinas.
On November 4, 2024, investigators with the SPCA along with the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office and investigators with the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office, served a search warrant at the home on Blackie Road leading to the discovery of many dogs and two horses.
Officials found twelve French Bulldogs in small cages that did not have any food or water. Moreover, four of them were “housed in a shed with no access to sunlight or ventilation.”
A skinny German Shepherd was found roaming and a Doberman was discovered in a small kennel without any food or water.
All fourteen dogs as well as two horses were thankfully removed and are now safe. The two horses are back with their guardians and the dogs are “in protective custody”, said the SPCA.
Investigators with the SPCA believe that there may be additional victims in the community and are asking the public to come forward with information that can help with the ongoing investigation.
Please contact SPCA Humane Investigations Officer Emily Leon at (831) - 264 - 5436 or online at www.spcamc.org. Thank you!
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Disclaimer: This story is sourced from the press release by the Monterey County SPCA provided to Voice For Us. Please note that details may be removed or new information added should updates become available.
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