Riverside County seeks public's help finding dogs in deadly donkey attack

Animal services asks residents to report any information about the Cane Corso and shepherd mix involved in the incident.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:34am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a donkey's hoof print in the dirt, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a deadly attack on livestock.A close-up of a donkey's hoof print serves as a somber reminder of the deadly consequences when domestic dogs attack livestock.Riverside Today

Riverside County Department of Animal Services is asking the public for assistance in locating two dogs that were involved in a fatal attack on a burro in the Keissel Road area on March 31. Officers responded to a witness report and confirmed the donkey died from the attack. The dogs involved are described as a large black Cane Corso and a black-and-tan shepherd mix.

Why it matters

Attacks on livestock by domestic dogs can pose a serious threat to rural and agricultural communities. Riverside County has a large population of donkeys, burros, and other livestock that are vulnerable to such incidents, which can result in the loss of valuable animals and property damage.

The details

According to the report, a resident witnessed and recorded the attack on a cell phone. Animal control officers gathered additional information from other locals in the area and confirmed the donkey had died from the attack. The two dogs involved are described as a large black Cane Corso and a black-and-tan shepherd mix.

  • The attack occurred on Tuesday, March 31.
  • Animal control officers responded to the scene the same day.

The players

Riverside County Department of Animal Services

The local animal control agency responsible for responding to the attack and seeking public assistance.

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What’s next

Animal control officers will continue patrolling the area and investigating the incident. They are urging anyone with information about the dogs involved to come forward.

The takeaway

This attack highlights the need for responsible pet ownership and the importance of reporting any suspicious animal activity to local authorities, in order to protect livestock and wildlife in rural communities.