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URGENT: State Authorities Failure in Animal Welfare Case This petition highlights the gross negligence of the Slovak State Veterinary Administration (RVPS). Despite official evidence of dogs being kept in tiny cages, filth, and without proper medical care, authorities failed to impose fines or seize the animals. Instead, they registered this substandard facility. This is a direct violation of the Animal Welfare Act. We demand a full investigation into the state inspectors' conduct and the immediate revocation of Marina Lozikova's breeding license.
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🚨 FAILURE OF STATE AUTHORITIES: GROSS NEGLIGENCE AND PROCEDURES IN VIOLATION OF THE LAW
Despite public promises from government officials regarding a crackdown on "puppy mills," the case of Marina Lozikova reveals shocking inconsistency and superficial conduct by state authorities. In this case, the Regional Veterinary Inspection (RVPS) acted in direct contradiction to its mission to protect animals:
Ignoring Irrefutable Evidence of Cruelty and Neglect: During the on-site inspection, the state inspector identified and documented the following alarming facts:
Keeping dogs in unacceptably small cages: Measuring only 0.8 x 0.8 m (just 0.32 m² per dog!), which represents less than one-tenth of the area required by law.
Extreme overcrowding: 17 dogs were crowded into a 29 m² space, meaning only 1.7 m² per dog (half of the legal minimum).
Catastrophic hygiene and filth: Documentation confirmed dried dirt, feces, and urine directly on the dogs' coats, soiled floors, and an unbearable stench within the facility.
Health damage: Subsequent examinations confirmed skin defects, ear infections, heavy parasite infestations, torn-out fur, and lesions.
Violation of vaccination mandates: Many dogs were not microchipped or vaccinated against rabies on time (some with up to a 10-month delay). This is a gross violation of the law that the inspector ignored during the initial check.
Lack of movement: The dogs showed signs of long-term confinement in enclosed spaces without access to sunlight or regular walking.
Legalization of a Substandard Kennel: Instead of imposing liquidated damages/fines (the law allows €400 – €1,000 for missing vaccinations alone, plus additional fines for cruelty) and the immediate seizure of the animals, the facility was officially registered, effectively "sanctifying" these conditions.
Obstruction of Inspection Without Consequences: The inspection failed to hold the breeder accountable for the deliberate obstruction of an official inspection on July 9th, when she concealed the presence of dogs and refused entry to inspectors even with police assistance.
Responsibility for Continued Activity at Dog Shows: Marina Lozikova’s current presence and defiant behavior at international dog shows is a direct consequence of this incorrect and superficial procedure by the Veterinary Inspection. By failing to act and legalizing her kennel instead of imposing sanctions, the authorities provided her with official cover, which she now exploits for further promotion and legitimacy within the cynological world.
Furthermore, the dogs remain in a catastrophic state, and a video with 1,000,000 views clearly proves continued welfare violations occurring publicly at dog shows. This includes the use of prohibited substances and methods that directly and aggressively violate not only animal welfare and ethical principles but are also in direct contradiction with FCI and SKJ-FCI regulations.
These actions are in direct violation of the Act on Veterinary Care. Through their inaction, state authorities have directly enabled this individual to continue profiting from animal suffering under the guise of a "registered kennel."
We demand an immediate investigation into the procedures of RVPS Veľký Krtíš, full accountability for those involved, and the immediate revocation of Marina Lozikova’s breeding registration!
The full version of the investigative article by a journalist from the daily SME is available here in various languages here: https://www.royalcassovia.sk/clanok-v-denniku-sme/