#animal-services

#animal-services

Gabrielle Amster has spent nearly two decades advancing innovative approaches in animal welfare, building strong teams, and improving lifesaving outcomes. I am confident she will bring steady leadership and a forward-looking vision that strengthens the department and improves services for both animals and the communities that care for them.

RICHMOND, Calif. (KGO) -- A dog was tased by Richmond police on Monday as they attempted to arrest a suspect. Officers say the incident all started when they approached a DUI suspect They say the dog owner was intoxicated and refused to secure his dog after being asked multiple times. During the interaction, the dog lunged at officers and bit the suspect. Eventually, officers used a taser to secure and separate the dog from its owner.