Dog Dies at San Jose Animal Shelter Amidst Concerns Over Care

San Jose Animal Shelter Investigated After Dog Dies; Attendant Details Troubling Incident A heartbreaking incident at the San Jose Animal Care Center has prompted an investigation after a dog died under questionable circumstances. Courtney Ferro, an animal care attendant at the shelter, recounted discovering the dog, Lola, with an IV line and a slip lead so tightly constricted around its neck that it was struggling to breathe. "I pulled the dog out, frantically trying to untangle it so the dog could breathe," Ferro stated. Despite their efforts, Lola was already lethargic and unresponsive. Animal control was called and rushed Lola to a veterinary hospital, where she sadly passed away. This incident follows a city audit six months prior that identified significant deficiencies at the shelter. The San Jose Department of Public Works, which oversees the shelter, has launched a full review to determine the circumstances surrounding Lola's death and to prevent future tragedies. The incident underscores the need for improved animal care protocols and oversight in animal shelters.