09/12/2024
To those who have heard about the defamation against us on Facebook, I appreciate the owners standing by us during this time. We value your loyalty and trust.
As you are aware, the video depicts a dog attack on one of our staff. This isolated event in question, which is being circulated on Facebook happened back in March. The incident and video footage was investigated by the Alberta SPCA professionals. The investigator made some recommendations, but ultimately ruled that no animal abuse charges were warranted.
Given the extreme circumstances as they happened and sustaining bite injuries from the dog, the only means to stop the escalation of aggression was using what was readily available for protection. We can confirm that no animal abuse was committed, and the animal was not injured in any way. The owners of the dog involved were immediately called to pick up their dog and the dog was recommended for training.
As previously mentioned, this event was investigated and dealt with months ago and has resurfaced because it was released by a recently terminated employee, who, in our view, has breached their employment contract. As personal and animal safety were in jeopardy, split second decisions were made to keep both parties as safe as possible during the course of events.
I appreciate all choosing to look at this with an open mind and to not jump to conclusions. This was an isolated incident, and the regular dogs that attend daycare are excited to come and participate.
My staff are now concerned about coming to work due to some threatening statements being made on social media. Statements and abuse of this nature against our staff will not be tolerated.
