KOB 4 has actually been following claims versus a regional dog fitness instructor, Lisa Berry, for about a month now.
Law enforcement has actually been listening too.
The City of Albuquerque submitted criminal charges Monday, and the Attorney General’s workplace submitted civil charges Friday.
“It seemed very concerning to us the amount of people that were complaining about Lisa Berry and her several businesses,” said Lauren Rodriguez, director of interactions for the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office. The criminal charges come from animal well-being officers’ check out to her home in late January after a grievance from a next-door neighbor. Officers discovered thirteen dogs at Lisa Berry’s home, without sufficient shelter.
The report points out one really slim dog with thick nails. Berry is dealing with 7 minor misdemeanors because case.
“We know that pets are family and anybody in our community whose abusing our family and unlawfully conducting business should be investigated,” said Rodriguez.
The New Mexico Attorney General’s workplace submitted a civil match consisting of 3 counts versus Duke City Dog Academy and Berry.
Two involve getting restitution for victims, and the 3rd pertains to keeping Berry out of the animal business.
“We want to keep her from conducting business related to pets. And I think that is really the crux of this civil suit,” said Rodriguez. “This one really shows you the power of community. It shows you the power of people coming together using their platforms to voice these injustices done by this business and this person,” said Rodriguez.
The Attorney General’s workplace is still examining criminal elements. If you’d like to submit a grievance versus Lisa Berry or Duke City Dog Academy, click here.
