Ohio Veterinarian Accused of Prescribing Drugs for Dead Dog
Dr. Kris Taylor and an accomplice allegedly obtained thousands of prescription pills by falsifying records for a deceased canine.
An Ohio veterinarian and his alleged accomplice face charges for allegedly obtaining thousands of prescription pills by writing prescriptions for a dog that had already died. Dr. Kris Taylor, 62, owner of Landings Animal Hospital in a Cleveland suburb, and Camille Angulat-Nieto, 29, are accused of using the name of a dog named Punkin to acquire oxycodone and alprazolam.
The alleged scheme spanned from August 2024 to July 2025, during which time the pair reportedly ordered over 20 prescriptions for the medications. Court records indicate that they obtained nearly 2,000 oxycodone tablets and approximately 90 alprazolam pills. Oxycodone is a potent painkiller, while alprazolam, known commercially as Xanax, is used to treat anxiety disorders. Both drugs carry risks of dependence and addiction.
Taylor and Angulat-Nieto have been charged with engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, deception to obtain a dangerous drug, possession of oxycodone and alprazolam, and illegal processing of drug documents.
Taylor pleaded not guilty to the charges. He was released on a $500,000 bond and placed under court-supervised release. As part of the release conditions, he must undergo a substance abuse assessment and abstain from alcohol and illegal drugs while the case proceeds.
The animal hospital where Taylor practices remains open. According to the hospital's website, Taylor is actively involved in his church and resides in Strongsville, Ohio, with his wife and children.
Angulat-Nieto is scheduled to appear in court again on October 15, while Taylor's next court date is set for October 23.
