BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – An alarming incident of animal cruelty recently surfaced in far west Bexar County, where seven dogs were rescued during an investigation led by Sheriff Javier Salazar.
The situation unfolded on a Thursday when deputies were called to an RV park located at 13500 Elm Forrest, off Talley Road, due to reports of “possible squatters.” Upon their arrival, the deputies discovered several dogs running loose inside a locked RV.
Inside the RV, the conditions were shocking. Sheriff Salazar described them as “extremely deplorable,” noting the presence of feces and urine throughout the area. The smell of ammonia was so overpowering that deputies had to step outside for air.
A hazmat team was called to assess the situation and measured the ammonia level, which registered at 16%. Salazar emphasized the danger of such high ammonia levels, stating they are “immediately life-threatening to humans and animals.” He expressed deep concern for the animals that had been confined in such a hazardous environment.
Fortunately, the seven medium-sized dogs were recovered alive. However, initial assessments suggest they may have been deprived of food and water. Photos of the dogs indicated that some had patches of fur missing, raising concerns about their overall health.
Sheriff Salazar warned that some of these dogs might need to be euthanized due to their “degraded medical condition.” The local Bexar County Animal Control is now responsible for the care and rehabilitation of the rescued dogs, while the owners of the RV are expected to face animal cruelty charges.
This location is not new to the Sheriff’s Office; they have received 16 calls for service at this RV park in the past, some of which were related to animal welfare. In an even more concerning incident back in 2025, two deputies were injured after being attacked by a pack of dogs from this same area.
Sheriff Salazar mentioned that it is unclear whether the situation at the RV park stems from a breeding operation or a case of hoarding, but he noted that it poses ongoing challenges and risks for the community.
