Archive · 29 May 2025
Dog That Attacked Infant Dies in Municipal Custody
A dog named Rocky, that attacked a baby, died while in the city's care.
The dog, a Rottweiler, was taken into custody after the attack.
While in custody, the dog was diagnosed with a serious illness.
Despite receiving treatment, Rocky passed away.
Some people feel the city should be held accountable for the dog's care.
Authorities are looking into what happened.
The dog's remains have been examined.
A Rottweiler, that fatally attacked a four-month-old, died in AMC custody.
The dog was impounded on May 13 after an FIR was filed.
The dog was housed at the AMC-run Dog Rescue Welfare Centre in Danilimda.
The dog was diagnosed with babesiosis and later died.
Animal welfare advocates raised concerns about the dog's care.
- Who
- A Rottweiler named Rocky.
- What
- The dog, which attacked a baby, died in the custody of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC).
- When
- May 27, 2024 (death)
- Where
- Ahmedabad, India
- Why
- The dog, which had attacked a baby, died from a tick-borne infection.
Animal Welfare Advocates
AMC
Animal Welfare vs Public Safety
Animal Welfare Advocates
Prolonged confinement in cramped conditions without adequate veterinary care amounts to inhumane treatment. The system must be held accountable even when animals in state care are neglected.
AMC
Public safety is paramount, the dog was dangerous and needed to be isolated.
- Custody
- Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)
- Dog Breed
- Rottweiler
- Incident Date
- May 12, 2024
- Cause of Death
- Tick-borne protozoal infection (babesiosis)
- Location of Confinement
- AMC-run Dog Rescue Welfare Centre in Danilimda