Maggot Dog (Episode 223)

Intro: Host introduces the episode's focus on a distressing case of animal neglect. Sets the scene: July 28, 2014, Officer D. Ettinger responds to a call concerning an injured Rottweiler. Main Segment: Officer's Dispatch: Officer D. Ettinger dispatched to Adams Street regarding an allegedly injured Rottweiler. Arrival at Scene: Officer finds Rottweiler laying in an alley, breathing slowly, with signs of severe neglect. Veterinary Intervention: Rottweiler transported to Alameda East Veterinary Clinic, where Dr. Jon Romano assesses the dog's critical condition. Discovery of Owner: Denver Animal Care and Control locates the owner, Judy Buckhart, who had called 311 about her sick dog. Transcript Revelation: Details from Judy Buckhart's call to 311 emerge, including shocking revelations of administering marijuana honey to the dog. Follow-Up Visit: On August 19, 2014, Officer returns to Adams Street to gather more information. Owner Interviews: Judy Buckhart and her son Gregory Buckhart provide insights into the dog's history and neglect. Reasons for Neglect: Financial constraints and skepticism about veterinary care cited by the Buckharts. Additional Observations: Presence of another neglected dog, Boots, prompts legal action due to lack of vaccinations and grooming. Conclusion: Host reflects on the tragic circumstances surrounding Kimie, the neglected Rottweiler, and the broader issues of animal welfare and neglect. Calls for increased awareness and action to prevent similar cases of neglect in the future. Outro: Reminder to listeners to report cases of animal neglect and abuse to appropriate authorities. Preview of upcoming episodes and topics.