When SPCA of East Texas crews came there, they saw four small, emaciated dogs begging for treats.
RUSK, Texas — Several dogs were rescued last week after they were found abnormally thin and without food or water at a property in Cherokee County.
According to a Facebook post from the SPCA of East Texas, an anonymous tip led the nonprofit to the dogs who were abandoned on a property in Rusk.
The dogs were left without food or water for over 10 days. Some of the emaciated dogs were able to chew through a door and escape the yard.
When SPCA of East Texas crews came there, they saw four small, emaciated dogs begging for treats. A malnourished pit bull was tied to an abandoned truck without food or water, the Facebook post read.
Three small dogs were found stuck inside a home. On the other side of the yard, crews found a pen with several dead dogs inside.
Three small dogs were found stuck inside a home. On the other side of the yard, crews found a pen with several dead dogs inside.
The SPCA of East Texas called the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, and the owners were arrested and charged with animal cruelty and neglect, the SPCA said.
“The SPCA ETX has several programs that help our community to better the lives of our pets. Rehoming & adoptions, low-cost vaccine clinic, and a community food pantry. No excuses,” the nonproifit said.
The SPCA said the dogs have been to the vet and have been given proper care. The pups are not yet available for adoption, but they will need foster homes.
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