PETITION: Community Outrage Grows After Tragic Death of Dog at Newark Pet Daycare
A tragic incident at a Newark pet daycare and grooming center has left the community reeling after a dog died as a result of alleged abuse by a staff member. The shocking case has raised concerns about the hiring practices at facilities that handle vulnerable animals and sparked a push for justice and accountability.
The accused individual, now facing charges, is alleged to have acted with brutality in an environment meant to ensure animal safety and care. Advocates are calling for the Licking County Sheriff’s Office to require mandatory psychological counseling for the accused in addition to any legal consequences, emphasizing the need to address potential underlying mental health issues.
While the individual is being held accountable, animal welfare advocates stress the importance of ensuring that she is not in a position to harm animals in the future. They also highlight the need for systemic changes to prevent similar tragedies from occurring.
A petition is circulating, urging authorities to take decisive action to safeguard animals and ensure accountability, including mandatory counseling and lifetime restrictions on working with animals. The campaign reflects a growing demand for better protections for pets and the mental well-being of individuals in roles involving animal care.
To continue speaking up, sign these other petitions as well:
- He Wrapped a Puppy in a Blanket—Then Beat Her Until She Couldn’t Move. Now the Public Wants Justice
- Backyard Breeder Abandons 21 Dogs in Arizona — Survivors Found in Unimaginable Conditions | Sign the Petition
- “He Held the Dog Down and Beat Him”: Florida Man Caught on Camera Brutally Abusing His Golden Doodle
- Woman Drowned Her Dog & Dumped Him in Trash Before Boarding Airplane. Now the Public Wants Justice.
- A Doctor Left Her Dog Trapped in a Storage Bin and Moved to Florida—Now the Public Wants Justice
