A home in Madison, Florida was discovered to be a house of horrors for more than 140 dogs being forced to live there in dismal conditions.
The home was the site of a chihuahua/rat terrier breeding mill, where the owner would breed and then sell dogs on the internet.
The majority of the dogs showed signs of neglect, including internal and external parasites, infections, hernias, dehydration, anemia and several other conditions.
There was also a report of one kitten, only a few days old, that was found nursing on a dog along with a litter of puppies.
One puppy and one kitten were found deceased on property and are being cited as evidence for the case.
Each and every one of the dogs and the lone kitten were transported from Florida to Tennessee, where Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a nonprofit located discreetly outside of Nashville, where they will receive medical care and vaccinations prior to being sent to appropriate rescue shelters and ultimately adopted into loving homes.
“Operation Harvest Moon underscores the importance of collaboration between local authorities and national animal protection organizations like Animal Rescue Corps whenever large-scale situations of animal suffering come to light,” said Tim Woodward, Executive Director of Animal Rescue Corps. “After a lifetime of neglect, these animals will soon be able to thrive as valued family members.”
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