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Roanoke boarding & daycare employee charged in animal cruelty investigation
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Key Points:
- Kevin Ketchum, an employee at City Dogs boarding and daycare in Roanoke, has been charged with multiple animal cruelty and care-related offenses following an investigation that began on July 5, 2026.
- Charges against Ketchum include two counts of cruelty to animals, two counts of failure to provide adequate care to companion animals, and one count related to failure of the boarding establishment to provide proper care.
- The investigation is ongoing as Roanoke Animal Wardens continue assessing the welfare of all animals at the facility.
- Authorities are seeking additional information from the public and encourage anyone with relevant details to contact the Roanoke Animal Protection and Services Unit.
