"In March, Kevin Gaines boarded his three Labrador retrievers, including 6-year-old Kona, at Bronx Barx while he traveled to Florida to celebrate his birthday. The tragedy occurred when one of the owners, Renzo Pereda, called Gaines from an animal emergency room, informing him that Kona was 'unresponsive.' This anguished call escalated into a heartbreaking realization that his beloved pet had died due to a preventable incident."
"Gaines alleges that Pereda and Toledo, the facility owners, obscured critical information regarding Kona’s condition, which hindered the veterinarian's ability to provide timely treatment. The complaint suggests that the care provided was negligent, as it indicates that Kona had consumed a fabric piece many hours prior, causing a blockage that ultimately led to his death."
"A necropsy revealed that Kona did not eat a blanket but instead ingested a nearly foot-long piece of carpet, which obstructed his intestines. This shocking revelation not only highlights the potential dangers lurking within dog boarding facilities but also raises questions about the adequacy of their protocols and supervision during the pets' stay."
"Gaines is pursuing this lawsuit not just for personal restitution but also to encourage Bronx Barx and other doggy daycares to adopt stricter safety measures. His determination to bring attention to the issue underscores the importance of accountability in pet care services, emphasizing that negligence must never be condoned when it comes to the lives of beloved pets."
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