Happy Doggie Daycare closed after 21 pets seized

Edmonton’s Animal Protection Act Unit is looking to speak with anyone who used the Happy Doggie Daycare on 73 Avenue after a number of animals were seized.

The Animal Protection Act Unit received a complaint about the well-being of animals at the daycare. Following the complaint, on Dec. 9, officers reportedly seized 21 animals under the Animal Protection Act (APA).

“The animals that we seized are all being cared for by our staff at the Animal Care and Control Centre and are in stable condition,” said Acting Sergeant Olivia Rogiani with the Animal Protection Act Unit. “While our investigation is still ongoing, we really want to see these animals reunited with their owners and are looking for anyone who may have recently boarded their pet at this facility.”

So far, six of the animals seized have been returned to their owners, while the rest are waiting for their owners to be identified.

The APA says the daycare has since voluntarily closed its doors and added that owners “should be vigilant that their pets will be well cared for and the facility is safe while choosing a pet boarding business.”

“We recommend pet owners do a walk-through of the facility before leaving their animal and look to ensure that animals have adequate space to roam, access to adequate food and water and conditions look clean and safe,” said Rogiani. “It could be a red flag if owners are not permitted to do a walk-through before they leave their pet.”