On a quiet stretch off Beacon Field Drive near Highway 90, neighbors say their Far West Side cul-de-sac has turned into a hunting ground for a roaming pack of dogs that has been killing and mauling pets for months. Residents report that several animals, including a family dog named Chip, have died or been seriously injured, and they are now pressing Bexar County for faster, tougher action. Homeowners say repeated calls to county dispatch went unanswered until recently and argue that much stronger enforcement is needed to protect both people and pets.
Residents: attacks have been happening for months
Neighbor Michael Ayala and others say the pack, sometimes six dogs or more, has been prowling the area since at least September, attacking and killing pets in multiple incidents, according to FOX San Antonio. Ayala said, "It's going to take a very momentous act for any significant change to happen." His wife, Elizabeth Ayala, said her cat never recovered after an attack in September, and that their dog Chip finally succumbed to injuries on April 26.
Bexar County: dogs removed, owner cited
In a statement to FOX San Antonio, a Bexar County spokesperson said Animal Control has seized seven dogs, including four puppies, from a property on Beacon Field Drive and is "in the process" of taking two more. The spokesperson added that the dogs' owner has received at least two citations tied to the complaints. Neighbors say that response came after months of reports and insist it still falls short of what is needed.
Where to report loose or dangerous animals
Bexar County's official Animal Care page lists the county facility and intake contacts for residents in unincorporated areas and offers guidance on how to report stray or aggressive animals. Residents of unincorporated Bexar County are advised to contact Animal Control Dispatch at 210-335-9000 to start an investigation, according to Bexar County. Officials say logging complaints helps create a record that can be used to prioritize follow-ups.
Policy context and patterns
Inside the San Antonio city limits, leaders have already tightened penalties and given Animal Care Services broader authority after a string of attacks. That effort included a December vote to raise fines and allow spay-or-neuter measures for roaming animals, as reported by Texas Public Radio. The change applies only within city limits. Residents in unincorporated parts of the county, like those off Beacon Field Drive, rely on Bexar County Animal Control, and neighbors say that enforcement split complicates already slow responses.
Local reporting has documented similar bite incidents and roaming-dog problems in recent months, underscoring why Far West Side neighbors are pushing for quicker action from county officials, with coverage from KSAT and earlier reports on roaming dogs turning daily walks into a gamble.
What's next
Neighbors say they will keep documenting attacks and pressing elected officials for more patrols and faster seizures until they see consistent enforcement on their block. The county's Animal Care page outlines reporting steps and intake contacts so residents can log complaints and check whether an animal has been impounded, according to Bexar County. County officials say they will provide updates as the investigation continues.
