Krista Kinnear / Schaffer – Chesterfield, Michigan

Registry Notice

This entry is based on information submitted to the DNA Registry by a third party. At the time this entry was prepared, the DNA Registry had not independently verified the allegations through animal-control records, shelter records, veterinary documentation, police reports, court records, rescue records, or other official sources.

The information below should therefore be understood as a submitted animal-welfare report and not as a finding that the individual identified has committed animal abuse, neglect, or any criminal offense.

Case Summary

A report submitted to the DNA Registry identifies Krista Kinnear / Schaffer of Chesterfield, Michigan, in connection with concerns involving repeated animal adoptions, subsequent rehoming, and alleged difficulties managing multiple animals within the household.

According to the submitter, Kinnear / Schaffer has allegedly adopted multiple animals and later relinquished or rehomed them, sometimes within approximately one year.

The submitter also alleges that dogs in the household have previously been involved in serious fights, including an alleged incident in which a dog died.

These claims have not been independently verified by the DNA Registry.

Reported Pattern of Adoption and Rehoming

The submitter alleges that Kinnear / Schaffer has repeatedly acquired animals and later rehomed them after behavioral issues developed.

According to the submission, the reporter believes some animals became reactive after interactions with children in the household and were later removed from the home after nipping or biting incidents.

The DNA Registry has not independently obtained adoption records, surrender records, veterinary records, trainer evaluations, behavior reports, or shelter documentation confirming the number of animals involved or the circumstances of their rehoming.

Reported Concerns Involving Children and Animals

The submitter alleges that children in the household interacted with animals in ways the reporter considered inappropriate or overly stressful and that some animals later responded by nipping or biting.

The DNA Registry has not independently observed these interactions or obtained documentation establishing the circumstances surrounding any reported bite or nip incidents.

Accordingly, these statements remain allegations contained in the submitted report.

Reported Multi-Dog Management Concerns

The submitter also expressed concern regarding Kinnear / Schaffer's experience managing and introducing multiple dogs.

According to the report, there have allegedly been serious dog fights within the household. The submitter further alleges that at least one fight resulted in the death of a dog.

No veterinary records, animal-control documentation, police reports, necropsy records, photographs, or other official documentation confirming a dog-on-dog fatality were provided to the DNA Registry.

Animal Placement Concerns

The submitter expressed the opinion that Kinnear / Schaffer should not receive additional animals because of the reported history of repeated acquisitions, behavioral conflicts, rehoming, and difficulties managing multiple animals.

The DNA Registry does not independently determine adoption eligibility. Shelters, rescues, breeders, fosters, and private individuals should conduct their own screening and independently verify previous ownership, surrender history, veterinary references, household conditions, and animal-management experience before making a placement decision.

Timeline

Supporting Documentation Submitted

One screenshot or image was submitted to the DNA Registry in connection with this report.

At the time this entry was prepared, the DNA Registry had not independently verified the context, authorship, date, or complete circumstances surrounding the submitted material.

Known Location

Chesterfield, Michigan

Verification Status

Third-party report received: Yes
Supporting image submitted: Yes
Repeated adoptions and rehoming alleged: Yes
Behavior-related rehoming alleged: Yes
Dog fights alleged: Yes
Dog-on-dog fatality alleged: Yes
Adoption or surrender records independently obtained: No
Veterinary records independently obtained: No
Animal-control finding independently obtained: No
Police or law-enforcement report independently obtained: No
Animal-cruelty charge independently verified: No
Animal-cruelty conviction independently verified: No

Important Due Diligence Notice

This entry documents allegations submitted to the DNA Registry and should not be interpreted as an official determination that Krista Kinnear / Schaffer has committed animal cruelty, neglect, or any criminal offense.

A dog fight, behavioral incident, bite, or decision to rehome an animal does not by itself establish animal abuse. Placement organizations should independently evaluate the complete circumstances, prior animal history, household environment, behavior-management practices, veterinary references, and other relevant information.

Additional Documentation Requested

The DNA Registry welcomes reliable documentation relating to this report, including shelter or rescue adoption records, surrender records, veterinary documentation, trainer or behaviorist reports, animal-control records, police reports, dated photographs or videos, written communications, or other verifiable evidence.

Correction, Response, or Update Request

If the individual identified in this entry believes that information is inaccurate, incomplete, or requires additional context, she may submit a correction or response with supporting documentation for review.

The DNA Registry will update this entry if reliable additional information becomes available.