Viral video of abused dog sparks protest and calls for changes

Bakersfield, California (Kero) – A disturbing video of a injured dog rejected in a dumpster has triggered protests and demands better treatment of animals in Kern County.

• A video with an injured dog, which is thrown into a dummy container behind Rusty's pizza in Bakersfield, has triggered public outrage and protests.
• Demonstrators described widespread stray animal problems, hunger and lack of protection resources in the county.
• Officials are looking for information to identify the person who has drained the injured dog. Tips can be submitted to Kern County Animal Services.

Experiences spread out in Kern County after a viral video had shown an injured dog in a trash behind a Rusty's Pizza restaurant. Animal representatives and rescuers demand urgent reforms and demand an end to abuse, neglect and what they call unnecessary euthanasia in local accommodations.
“It makes me emotionally because it is so bad here,” said Grace Rivas, who joined a protest over the weekend. “I only wish people would do better, especially in Kern County.”

Rivas was one of dozens of demonstrators who gathered to condemn cruelty to animals and to raise awareness of the conditions in the community.

“When you drive on the highway, you will see dogs that run dogs in neighborhoods, hungry and hunger, with puppies,” she said.

The incident, which triggered the protest, later included a dog “Rusty Rose” by Retter, which was discovered in a dumpster in Niles Street. The video quickly spread online and prompted public outcry.

“When we found more information, we found that Jon had passed away before the animal control could even get there,” said protest organizer Janet Armentor.

Arminor was not only Jon's death, but also the broader problem of euthanasia rates in Kern County.

“The problem with regard to unnecessary euthanasia has a lot to do with the fact that we have a overpopulation of dogs in this county,” she said.

Nick Cullen, director of the Kern County Animal Services, confirmed that 93 animals were put to sleep in the past week. In the past 30 days, 314 animals have been put to sleep, while more than 900 were saved.

“There are no words to describe how painful it is to know that dogs are only put to sleep because of the room and for no other reason,” said Armentor.

Protesting Gina Rolow said that the viral video constitutes many community members to take measures.

“When I saw this video of this poor animal, it pushed me and everyone else over the edge,” she said. “I hope that this March sharpens consciousness and education that something has to change.”

Kern County Animal Services asks the public for help in identifying the person who is responsible for the dumping of the injured dog. Everyone with information is asked to submit a tip by sending the agency at tentiereservices@kerncounty.com by e -mail

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