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Los Angeles DJ questions $10,000 board-and-train program after dog dies

DJ Andrew Fedyk says his 2-year-old Bernese Mountain dog died while enrolled in a paid board-and-train program in Studio City.

Los Angeles disc jockey Andrew Fedyk posted on Instagram that his 2-year-old Bernese Mountain dog, Dunkin, died while in a board-and-train program in Studio City. The couple chose the facility after reading favorable online reviews and met the trainer several times before committing $10,000 for the four-week course covering leash and behavior work. Within 48 hours of dropping off the dogs, Fedyk learned that Dunkin had died while being driven to a Hollywood kennel, a detail the staff failed to communicate.

He says the dog was never taken to a veterinarian during the incident and intends to have an autopsy performed. Fedyk shared the tragedy publicly to caution other pet owners to thoroughly investigate boarding and training providers.

Why it matters

The incident highlights risks pet owners face when entrusting animals to costly, unverified training and boarding services.

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