Tragedy in Houston: A’Daya Fisher’s Death Highlights Urgent Need for Stronger Animal Control in San Antonio
In a devastating tragedy, Daja Pringle, a mother from Houston, Texas, is mourning the loss of her two-year-old daughter, A’Daya Rain Fisher, who was mauled to death by three Rottweilers while at a daycare facility. This heart-wrenching incident has brought attention to the dangers of dog attacks, again, particularly when it comes to vulnerable children and adults. Sadly, this issue resonates all too well in San Antonio, a city that has faced its own tragic events and ongoing struggles with roaming dogs.
Earlier this year, an elderly man in San Antonio was fatally mauled by a pack of dogs, highlighting the city’s struggle with animal control. The problem is so pervasive that the city has recently allocated a modest increase in budget and a handful of additional positions to Animal Care Services (ACS). However, many residents feel that these measures fall short of what’s truly needed to address the crisis. Policy changes within ACS and their ability to answer to our calls is not available which would be a huge preventative measure. It is not being taken. Funding helps but procedure based policy for dangerous animals is not truly in place.
Currently, when residents call ACS to report a roaming dog, the call is simply logged unless the situation escalates to the point where police intervention is required. This approach has proven inadequate, as it fails to prevent potential attacks before they happen. The tragic loss of A’Daya Fisher in Houston serves as a grim reminder that San Antonio needs to take this issue seriously—before another life is lost.
In her interview with Fox 26 Houston, Pringle shared the deep bond she had with her daughter and the overwhelming grief she now endures. “I would just hug her and love on her like I always did,” Pringle reflected, recalling the special moments they shared. Despite the pain, Pringle draws comfort from the belief that A’Daya is now reunited with her own mother, who passed away in 2015, and that they are both watching over her.
A’Daya, who was born prematurely, was known for her vibrant personality. “She was full of personality, always smiling, always dancing,” Pringle said, reminiscing about how her daughter would light up any room with her joy. The attack has left the family shattered, particularly A’Daya’s four-year-old brother, who is struggling to cope with the loss of his sister. Pringle shared how their nightly routine of snuggling has been replaced by a deep, heart-wrenching emptiness.
Addressing the specifics of the attack, Pringle stressed that her daughter’s face and body remained intact, preserving the child’s appearance even after the horrific event. “I saw my baby, and I laid with my baby until I couldn’t anymore, and her beautiful face was her beautiful face,” she said, underscoring the importance of that final moment. In memory of A’Daya, Pringle plans to launch a nonprofit organization to raise awareness and support other families in preventing similar tragedies.
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As San Antonio and many cities continue to grapple with its own dog-related incidents, the story of A’Daya Fisher serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need for stronger animal control measures. Adding a few positions to Animal Care Service or adding additional funding to their budget is a start but San Antonio is only giving slim benefits to ACS they are not receiving anything that will eliminate this problem that is plaguing minority communities without calling the police which also isn’t a ‘real choice’ for minorities as they do not have trust in those sworn to protect.
While the city has made some efforts to address the issue, it’s clear that more must be done to protect its residents. The loss of a child is an unimaginable tragedy—one that no family should ever have to endure. It’s time for San Antonio to take serious action to prevent these horrific incidents from happening again.
Rest in Peace A’Daya.
