Quick Summary
A litter of puppies becomes infected with the parvo virus, putting the entire brood at serious risk. When a police officer is viciously attacked by a dog, the responding officers are compelled to shoot to kill as they confront the animal.
About This Program ✦
is a television programme presented in an episode format. The show focuses on incidents that raise questions about law enforcement actions and animal health crises, offering viewers a close‑up look at the situations that prompt public debate. In one segment, a newborn litter of puppies falls victim to the parvovirus. The tiny animals, just days old, are suddenly struck by the highly contagious disease, which rapidly overwhelms their fragile immune systems. The episode follows the progression of the outbreak within the litter, highlighting how quickly the virus can take hold and the urgent need for veterinary intervention. Another part of the episode turns to a police confrontation involving a dangerous dog. When a police officer is attacked by a particularly vicious canine, the responding officers resort to lethal force, firing their weapons in an attempt to neutralise the threat. The footage captures the tense moment when the officers decide to shoot, underscoring the split‑second decisions officers must make when faced with an aggressive animal. Both stories are presented side by side, illustrating how animal‑related emergencies can intersect with law‑enforcement responses, and prompting viewers to consider the complexities behind each incident.
Animal Cops San Francisco broadcasts on Quest Red +1 at 7:00am, Monday, 9 February 2026. (Subtitles)



