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Dunkin's Law Introduced After Influencer's Dog Dies
California congressman introduces law to hold dog care facilities accountable after influencer's dog dies.
In brief
California congressman introduces law to hold dog care facilities accountable after influencer's dog dies. California congressman James Gallagher introduced Dunkin's Law to provide pet owners a path to seek justice for animal neglect after influencer couple's dog died. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Dunkin's Law Introduced
California congressman james gallagher introduced dunkin's law to strengthen federal protections for companion animals held at care facilities.
“after hearing maddie and andrew's heartbreaking story about losing their beloved dog, dunkin, i knew something needed to be done”
Dog Death Details
maddie and andrew's 2-year-old bernese mountain dog dunkin died of heatstroke after 36 hours at smart dogs dog training in los angeles.
“he was never taken to a vet. they just decided he was dead and called me hours later.”
117 Dogs Found Dead
humboldt county sheriff's office discovered 117 decomposed dogs at miranda's rescue animal sanctuary in northern california.
“the sheriff's office said they started investigating the shelter after receiving credible information in april regarding allegations of felony animal abuse.”
Law's Purpose
dunkin's law would hold commercial care facilities accountable and give pet owners a path to seek justice for animal neglect or misconduct.
“the law would strengthen federal protections and help ensure those responsible can be held accountable.”
Influencer Response
maddie and andrew called for stronger regulations after their dog died, saying they will not rest until they get justice for dunkin.
“heartbroken doesn't even come close to describing how we feel. we will not rest until we get justice for our sweet dunkin man.”
Current Status
miranda's rescue has reopened after briefly closing for violating county codes, with an ongoing investigation into the shelter.
“the shelter briefly closed for violating county codes but has now reopened.”
What matters most
California congressman James Gallagher introduced Dunkin's Law to provide pet owners a path to seek justice for animal neglect after influencer couple's dog died.
