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Animal-control agency says staffing constraints hamper stray-dog response despite recent sweep that impounded 171 dogs
Summary
Bark (animal-control) and HPD described an ongoing stray-dog problem in District B and the East End. Bark said it has about 30 officers covering roughly 650 square miles and cited a May–June sweep that impounded 171 dogs; staff urged residents to report strays to 311 and participate in spay/neuter programs.
Animal-control officials and residents described persistent stray and pack-dog problems in District B that residents say limit outdoor activity and threaten safety.
Christopher Allen, representing Bark (animal-control), advised residents not to capture stray dogs themselves and to report animals…
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