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Mar 13, 20232 min read

RAMIRO ZUNIGA caught on video dumping a dog on the side of a southern Dallas road

- Texas, USA -


After a video was released by the Dowdy Ferry Animal Commission showing a male abandoning a dog, Dallas Police Department arrested 41-years-old RAMIRO ZUNIGA and charged him with cruelty to non-livestock animals - abandon, a Class A misdemeanor.


Police said that ZUNIGA intentionally abandoned the dog, a young German shepherd, in the 9000 block of Teagarden Road on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.


The Dowdy Ferry Animal Commission released the video on Friday, March 10, 2023, and it showed ZUNIGA in an older model white Chevrolet SUV pull over, open the tailgate, and the furvictim is pushed out of the vehicle by ZUNIGA. In the background people can be heard yelling at ZUNIGA, who clearly ignores the witnesses, and drives off while the furbaby chases the vehicle.


Neighbors who witnessed ZUNIGA’s despicable act, were able to capture the dog. Dallas Animal Services then responded to the scene and took custody of the voiceless victim who reportedly had a minor leg injury but is otherwise OK.

In a Facebook post, Dallas Animal Services and Adoption Center said: “We've had many inquiries about a German Shepherd-type dog featured in a news report about an animal abandonment caught on camera. We can guarantee the animal is safe, but we cannot otherwise comment on an ongoing police investigation - we appreciate your help in preserving the integrity of the case!”


After the release of the video, PETA offered a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the male's arrest.


Investigators were able to trace ZUNIGA’s vehicle to his residence, and on March 11, 2023, following the execution of a search warrant, ZUNIGA was placed under arrest. ZUNIGA is being held at the Dallas County Jail.


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ZUNIGA’s mugshot via Dallas County.


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Writer's picturevoiceforus
Mar 2, 20232 min read

DAVID WESLEY KELSEY gifted with probation after his dog was found emaciated and covered in blood

- Texas, USA -


On Friday, February 24, 2023, 67-years-old DAVID WESLEY KELSEY (pictured), pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor charge of cruelty to animals and judge Robert Harper gifted him with a 3-year probation sentence.


On August 7, 2018, Abilene Police Department executed a search warrant at KELSEY’s home on Old Anson Road, with hopes of finding evidence related to an undisclosed street crime.


In the backyard on the property, officers saw a large dog who was bleeding from the nose, was also tethered to the porch and had minimal room to move. Officers reported that there was no food or water for the dog and the only shelter was a table and an old door.

Police also said that “Blood covered the dog’s lower front legs, its muzzle, and mouth.”


When officers questioned KELSEY about the dog, he gave different versions of the facts. He first said that he had no idea why his dog was bleeding. Then, he claimed he could not afford to take his dog to the veterinarian but investigators were able to prove that was false.


Animal control removed the dog and took him/her to Animal Health and Medical Center where Dr. Allen J. Bolt, DVM, diagnosed a severe case of heart worm. According to Dr. Bolt, the dog had been infected for at least a year. He also rated the furbaby 2 out of 9 on the emaciation scale.


KELSEY was released from custody after posting a $5,000 bond.


I have sent out several emails to find more about the furvictim. If I get responses, I will post an update.


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Feb 25, 20232 min read

DEBORAH WOOD STAHR arrested after 408 animals were removed from her store Little Critters Pet Shop

- Texas, USA -


On February 7, 2023, Burkburnett Animal Services, Humane Society of Wichita County, and Animal Investigation & Response served a seizure warrant at Little Critters Pet Shop on 211 East 3rd Street in Burkburnett.


In a press release, Burkburnett Public Services said that in mid-December 2022, Animal Services received a complaint for animal welfare at the pet shop and members of the Animal Services Division responded to investigate. After checking the facility, it was determined that “the living conditions of the animals did not meet the expectations set forth in Texas law or City of Burkburnett ordinances.” Efforts to bring the store into compliance were unsuccessful so for the well-being of the animals inside the shop, officials determined that a seizure warrant was necessary.


According to the release, a total of 408 animals were removed and taken to a secure location.

KFDX/KJTL reported that their crew was on the scene and among the animals who were removed were “a number of birds, snakes, rabbits, guinea pigs, and many other pocket animals.”


Ms. Monica Ailey-Welborn, President and Co-Founder of Animal Investigation & Response, told KFDX/KJTL the poor animals were packed into a small building, not properly housed, there was barely any food or water for them, and not to mention animal feces just about everywhere.


News 6 reported that one cockatiel was euthanized due to respiratory distress and two injured wings caused by the living conditions. A tabby cat who was very thin with unkempt hair had to undergo surgery for a bacterial infection of the uterus.


On Friday, February 24, 2023, authorities arrested the owner of Little Critters Pet Shop, 69-years-old DEBORAH WOOD STAHR (pictured).

STAHR was booked into the Wichita County Jail on two counts of cruelty to non-livestock animals, class A misdemeanors. She was released after posting bonds totaling $3,000.


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