Quick Summary
Officer Kent rescues the neglected puppy, whose embedded collar has caused a festering wound that threatens infection. She is a troubled young woman who, in a daring theft, steals a golden chow, an act that raises alarm among locals.
About This Program ✦
Ugly Ring Around the Collar is a programme presented as a single episode, falling within the episode genre. It offers a compact narrative that follows two distinct characters as they navigate their own crises. The first thread centres on Officer Kent, who comes across a puppy that has been badly neglected. The animal’s collar has become embedded in its skin, leading to a festering wound that requires immediate attention. Kent steps in, rescuing the dog and addressing the painful injury caused by the trapped collar. The second storyline follows a troubled young woman who, in a moment of desperation, steals a golden chow. Her act of theft forms a stark counterpoint to the compassionate rescue carried out by the officer. Together, the episode juxtaposes the themes of care and neglect, highlighting how both characters confront the consequences of their actions. While Kent works to heal the puppy’s physical wound, the young woman’s theft underscores a different kind of moral injury. The narrative remains focused on these two events, presenting a concise look at how each individual responds to the challenges they face.
Animal Cops San Francisco broadcasts on Quest Red +1 at 7:00am, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles)



