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"Who Let the Dogs Out?"
L&O, Episode 12.01
Production number: E2208
First aired: 26 September 2001
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Roger & Sherri Quinn
Written By
Kathy McCormick & Douglas Stark

Directed By
Don Scardino

The detectives investigate the death of a jogger who is killed by a pit bull.

Plot[]

After a jogger is mauled to death by a pit bull dog, the detectives first suspect an Attica inmate who is part of a dog-fighting ring. However, the investigation leads to the owners of the dog.

Cast[]

Main cast[]

Recurring cast[]

Guest cast[]

References[]

Quotes[]

M.E. Rodgers: Thorax ripped open, larynx crushed, then Cujo proceeded to rip her apart like a rag doll. Both arms were severed, one of her legs... Jane Doe and her four-legged companion were definitely done in by one very strong, very savage animal.

[during Sherri's testimony, the Quinns' dog King is brought in on a leash with a muzzle over his mouth; King growls and barks rabidly]
Behrens: Your honor!
Judge Scholl: Mr. McCoy?
McCoy: The defendants claim the dog is gentle, your honor. We think the jury has a right to decide for itself.
Judge Scholl: Bring the dog into the well.
[the court officer brings King closer]
McCoy: Care to pet your dog, Mrs. Quinn?
Behrens: Objection!
McCoy: [to Roger] How 'bout you, Mr. Quinn? Shall we take the muzzle off and you can pet your dog?
Behrens: I move for an immediate mistrial, your honor!
Judge Scholl: That's enough! The show is over! Mr. Quinn, take your seat. You too, Mr. Behrens. Mr. McCoy, remove that dog right now.


"Gives a whole new meaning to the term 'doggie bags'!"

- Lennie Briscoe


"On the bright side, at least there's no barking."
"Maybe they were trained not to bark."
"Well, there's a cheerful thought."

- Lennie Briscoe and Ed Green


Southerlyn: I just got off with Animal Control. The dog was put down.
McCoy: Quinns' trial was the only thing keeping it alive.
Lewin: Abused, tortured, and... now destroyed.
Southerlyn: Almost makes you wish you could reverse the sentences.

Background information and notes[]

  • This is actress Elisabeth Röhm's first appearance as A.D.A. Serena Southerlyn. She replaces actress Angie Harmon who played A.D.A. Abbie Carmichael.
  • After the September 11 attacks, the opening was changed from the normal L&O intro in honor of the victims. It is recited as follows: "On September 11th, 2001, New York City was ruthlessly and criminally attacked. While no tribute can heal the pain of that day, the producers of Law & Order dedicate this season to the victims and their families and to the firefighters and police officers who remind us everyday with their lives and courage what it truly means to be an American." The narration is replaced with the usual "In the criminal justice system..." opening for syndication. Due to the events on 9/11, the airing of this episode was postponed for a week.
  • The episode title "Who Let the Dogs Out?" is taken from the Baha Men song of the same name.
  • This episode marks the first appearance of Detective Ana Cordova, played by Andrea Navedo. She remains a recurring character throughout the twelfth, thirteenth, and fourteenth season.

Episode scene cards[]

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Ashfield Academy
271 West 91st Street
Tuesday, May 23

Apartment of
Al Manos
832 Columbus Avenue
Tuesday, May 23

Pier 45 Warehouse
Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn
Friday, May 26

Garrett Veterinary Clinic
Fort Greene, Brooklyn
Wednesday, May 31

Rikers Island
Correctional Facility
Thursday, June 8

6 7 8 9

Office of
Sherri Quinn
759 Seventh Avenue
Monday, June 12

Apartment of
Roger and Sherri Quinn
78 West 89th Street
Monday, June 12

Chambers of
Judge Albert Scholl
Tuesday, June 20

Supreme Court
Trial Part 35
Wednesday, July 26

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