Target: Juan Manuel Delgado, Fiscal General, Ministerio Público Fiscal de Córdoba, Argentina
Goal: Seek maximum penalties, a long-term animal-ownership and breeding ban, and restitution from breeder accused of illegally keeping 85 dogs in filthy, overcrowded cages with serious injuries.
Authorities reportedly rescued more than 80 dogs after an anonymous tip led to a judicial raid on a clandestine breeding operation. Veterinarians and officials described a scene of “total overcrowding,” with dogs of multiple breeds confined in transport crates that appeared to double as their permanent housing. Many animals were reportedly underweight and suffered wounds consistent with prolonged confinement, including lacerations along the back and ocular injuries.
According to attending veterinarian accounts, the dogs’ body conditions ranged from medium to thin, and numerous animals bore injuries apparently linked to crowding and neglect. Officials further indicated the operator had prior reports tied to abuse. The animals are now under judicial custody with a rescue association, where they will receive ongoing veterinary care. Until the case concludes, they cannot be permanently adopted, prolonging their instability and placing additional strain on limited rescue resources.
A strong legal response is essential to deter similar operations and to secure lasting protection for these dogs. Prosecutors should pursue the harshest sanctions available, seek a long-term prohibition on animal ownership and breeding for any responsible parties, and require full restitution for veterinary and care costs. Thorough follow-up inspections and enforcement must accompany any penalties to ensure the alleged cruelty cannot resume under a new guise.
PETITION LETTER:
Fiscal General Delgado,
Reports indicate that more than 80 dogs were rescued in a judicial intervention after authorities discovered a clandestine breeding site where animals were confined in filthy transport cages and subjected to “total overcrowding.” Veterinary evaluations reportedly documented underweight conditions, lacerations, and ocular injuries consistent with prolonged, harmful confinement. It has further been reported that the operator had previous notices tied to abuse.
We respectfully urge your office to seek the maximum penalties available under applicable law for any individuals found responsible. This should include a long-term ban on animal ownership and breeding, court-ordered restitution to cover veterinary and maintenance costs for the 85 dogs now in judicial custody, and strict compliance monitoring.
Swift, public, and decisive prosecution in this case can help prevent future alleged cruelty, protect vulnerable animals, and reinforce that clandestine breeding and the suffering it reputedly inflicts will not be tolerated. Please act to secure justice for these dogs and to deter others from engaging in similar conduct.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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