Target: Attorney General William Tong, Connecticut
Goal: Ensure justice for dog allegedly killed in a boarding facility and call for stricter regulations and oversight for dog-boarding and animal care businesses.
A deeply troubling case of reported animal cruelty has emerged in Haddam, Connecticut, where Jacqueline Witt, a woman associated with a dog-boarding business, was arrested after a French bulldog in her care allegedly died, and four other dogs were apparently found in poor condition. According to reports, Witt, who ran a business named “Wagging Good,” had taken in the French bulldog along with four other dogs for boarding and training purposes.
The arrest warrant alleges that the bulldog died under Witt’s supervision. Disturbingly, she reportedly failed to inform the dog’s owner of its death and instead continued sending false updates about its progress. Witt allegedly disposed of the bulldog’s body in a trash bag and fabricated stories to mislead investigators, even apparently claiming the dog had been buried and then “unearthed” by animals. A necropsy report revealed that the dog had likely suffered from malnourishment and heat stroke.
Additionally, the four other dogs under Witt’s care were reportedly found to be in poor physical and psychological condition. They were returned to their owners after the investigation.
This case highlights the urgent need for justice for the animals involved and calls for stricter regulations and oversight for businesses providing animal care services. As Attorney General, William Tong has the authority to pursue legal action and promote regulatory changes to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Attorney General William Tong,
I am writing to express my deep concern over the recent case of alleged animal cruelty in Haddam, Connecticut, where Jacqueline Witt, associated with a dog-boarding business, was arrested for allegedly causing the death of a French bulldog and neglecting several other dogs. The tragic details of this case, including the reported deception toward the dog’s owner and the poor condition of the other dogs in her care, raise serious questions about the oversight of animal care businesses in our state.
The necropsy report suggests that the French bulldog likely died from malnourishment and heat stroke, both of which are preventable with proper care. Furthermore, the other dogs recovered from Witt’s care were reportedly suffering from physical and psychological illnesses. These actions not only reflect a violation of animal welfare laws but also a breach of trust toward the pet owners who relied on her services.
I urge you to ensure that Jacqueline Witt faces the full legal consequences for her alleged actions, and to advocate for stronger regulations and oversight for animal care and boarding businesses across Connecticut. It is crucial to prevent such tragedies from happening again and to protect the well-being of animals placed in the care of others.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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Let’s hope MR. Tong finds the evidence he seeks. Ms. Witt owned and operated this facility. She went to great lengths to lie to the owner, sending letters speaking to the life the French Bull dog was living when it was actually dead. Ms Witt uses too many lies as a cover up. She had 4 other dogs who were in bad shape when found. Witt needs to be evaluated mentally. If she is insane then a mental institution is the correct choice for her. She should remain there the rest of her life. Close her business. Please put a life long ban on Ms Witt so she can never own, work with, or be near animals again for the rest of her horrible life. Thank you.