URGENT UPDATE: An investigation is underway following the tragic deaths of 21 dogs at the Anastasia’s Acres Dog Boarding Facility in Argyle, New York. Authorities from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the grim discovery, made on Sunday, as pet owners await answers about this heartbreaking incident.
Reports indicate that one dog was found alive and is currently receiving treatment at a veterinary clinic, but the specific condition of this animal remains undisclosed. The circumstances surrounding the deaths are still unclear, prompting an immediate inquiry into the facility’s practices.
Leah Brown, who was vacationing in New Hampshire, received the devastating news that her dog, Rex, had died at the facility. Brown stated that investigators suggested a potential issue with the ventilation system may have caused the dogs to suffocate. However, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office has yet to confirm this theory.
Another devastated pet owner, Hannah Elmore, recounted her family’s experience after dropping off their 3-year-old dog, Piglet, on Friday. Just hours before they planned to pick her up on Sunday, they learned of Piglet’s tragic demise. Elmore expressed her sorrow as she described the moment she and her family were informed.
“They went inside and got her and brought her out, and then we brought her home, and then we buried her in the backyard,” Elmore shared with local media.
As the investigation continues, the facility has closed its doors until further notice. The facility’s phone went unanswered on Monday, and an email seeking comment has not yet received a response. A social media notice indicated the closure, leaving pet owners and the community in shock.
Pet owners and animal lovers are calling for more transparency as the investigation unfolds. With numerous families affected, the emotional toll of this tragedy is palpable. As authorities work to uncover the cause of these mysterious deaths, they are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating, and the community is demanding answers in the wake of this heartbreaking loss.