Rebecca Corry Exposes Cruelty In LA Animal Shelters, Calls For Transparency

In a scathing critique of Los Angeles city and county animal shelters, comedian and animal rights activist Rebecca Corry has exposed what she describes as cruel and unethical treatment of shelter animals that violates existing laws and policies.

The Instagram post shows what appears to be extremely poor conditions in an LA animal shelter, with animals seemingly kept in unsanitary environments.

In her impassioned post, Corry reveals that the Stand Up For Pits Foundation has offered to purchase body cameras for all volunteers and employees, as well as install cameras in play yards, euthanasia rooms, and kennels, but claims these offers have been repeatedly refused by shelter administration.

Transparency Blocked Despite Foundation’s Offers

“They refuse to take the @standupforpitsfoundation offer to buy body cameras for all volunteers, employees and install cameras in play yards, euthansia rooms and in kennels,” Corry wrote. “Streaming daily operations would provide transparency and truth and would protect the animals, volunteers and employees but again they refuse.”

Corry, who founded the Stand Up For Pits Foundation, has been a vocal advocate for pit bull-type dogs for over 15 years. According to her post, the current state of Los Angeles shelters is the worst she has witnessed in her decade and a half of advocacy work.

The situation appears to be worsening with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass reportedly cutting budgets further and eliminating approximately 120 jobs, which Corry believes will lead to “more suffering and KILLING.”

‘No Kill’ Claims Challenged

One of Corry’s most pointed criticisms takes aim at what she calls a “false narrative” that LA city shelters operate under a “no kill” policy.

“Change starts with education and right now people believe the false narrative that LA city is ‘no kill.’ That is a lie and that bullshit is the agenda of another organization. Killing happens regularly in Los Angeles and when its not, dogs are languishing in kennels in filth for weeks and months on end,” she stated.

In a previous interview with KCAL News referenced in one of her recent posts, Corry elaborated on these conditions, describing dogs being fed only once a day until they lose so much weight they have to be euthanized, as well as animals languishing in “cement cells in their own urine and shit.”

A Pattern Of Advocacy And Criticism

This is not Corry’s first public criticism of the LA shelter system. In recent weeks, she has consistently used her platform to highlight what she perceives as systemic failures in animal welfare throughout Los Angeles.

In another recent post, she addressed the elimination of 111 shelter employees, stating: “Dogs in LA CITY and COUNTY are not getting out of their kennels for weeks on end. Losing another 111 shelter employees means more dogs laying in their own shit & piss, getting no enrichment, getting sick, going kennel crazy which means more KILLING.”

Corry has also documented visits to Skid Row, where she claims dogs are being kept in crates without food, water, or shelter. Her foundation has funded rescue efforts for pit bull-type dogs who have suffered abuse in this area, which she argues should be the responsibility of government agencies.

Society’s Role In The Crisis

While Corry places significant blame on the shelter system and its leadership, she also points to a broader societal problem. She criticizes pet owners who surrender their animals for trivial reasons.

“Compassionless, lazy humans drop off dogs by the dozens daily in Los Angeles. Owners give up on their dogs cause they don’t like the mailman, bark too much, get out of the yard, eat shoes, have fleas (and the list of stupid reasons goes on and on),” Corry wrote, adding that these individuals “contribute to the mass slaughter of innocent dogs” and face no consequences for abandoning their pets.

Documentary Highlights Issues

Corry has produced a documentary titled “Saving Jones,” which she says highlights the “atrocities happening to dogs on Skid Row daily in tinsel town.” The film appears to be part of her broader educational efforts to bring attention to animal welfare issues in Los Angeles.

Corry is an American comedian, actress, writer, and producer who has appeared on shows like “King of Queens” and “Last Comic Standing.” Beyond her entertainment career, she is known for her animal advocacy work, particularly through the Stand Up For Pits Foundation, which she founded.

Positive Developments For Pit Bull Protection

Despite the grim picture Corry paints of LA animal welfare, she recently shared some positive news regarding legal protections for pit bulls. In one post, she celebrated the unanimous committee passage of California Bill AB 793, which was inspired by a case involving a pit bull named Conan that the City of Burbank had sought to euthanize.

Corry called this development “excellent news,” noting that “pit bull type dogs need protection from the sociopaths who use and abuse them, they also need protecting from our systems, facilities, and sadly many rescues.”

The foundation continues its work on multiple fronts, including organizing Stand Up For Pits events that combine comedy with advocacy. An upcoming event is scheduled for May 18th at Hyenas Comedy Club in Fort Worth, Texas, featuring adoptable dogs like “Squishy,” described as a “sweet faced magical unicorn” available through a local rescue.

As Corry continues her advocacy work, she urges the public to get involved and take action if they care about the welfare of shelter animals in Los Angeles and beyond.

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