Irvine dog trainer, girlfriend arrested after 10 dogs died under their care, police say

Kwong (Tony) Chun Sit, 53, and Tingfeng Liu, 23, were arrested on charges of animal cruelty and destruction of evidence after the deaths of at least ten dogs under their care in Irvine, California. The investigation began when a pet owner reported that their dog had died and been cremated without their consent. As police delved deeper, they discovered multiple suspicious cremations linked to Sit's operations, which included various business names like "Happy K9 Academy. " Yelp reviews reveal a pattern of complaints from pet owners who claimed their dogs died unexpectedly while in Sit's care. Detectives are collaborating with veterinary professionals to conduct necropsies and determine the cause of death, whether accidental or intentional.

The Irvine Police Department is reaching out to other pet owners who may have used Sit's services to gather more information. This alarming case raises significant concerns about animal welfare and the standards of care provided by pet trainers. Local authorities emphasize the importance of reporting similar incidents to protect other pets.