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Police Find Heat-Stroked Dog at Roanoke Boarding Facility

7/11/2026

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A police search warrant at City Dogs Boarding & Playcare in Roanoke, Virginia found a dog with heat-stroke symptoms as kennel temperatures hit about 85 °F.
The facility reopened Wednesday while the investigation continues.
On July 5 police and animal-control officers told owners to retrieve their dogs.
Owner Lynda Knezovich denied the allegations, said water was always available and she is cooperating.

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A police search warrant at City Dogs Boarding & Playcare in Roanoke, Virginia found a dog with heat-stroke symptoms as kennel temperatures hit about 85 °F.
The facility reopened Wednesday while the investigation continues.
On July 5 police and animal-control officers told owners to retrieve their dogs.
Owner Lynda Knezovich denied the allegations, said water was always available and she is cooperating.