BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — Last Thursday, a couple fishing in Egypt Valley found several dumped puppies, leading a local non-profit to act.
“When they went to go over to investigate, they found three newborn puppies. One being dead. And a couple other dogs,” said Mandae Lewis, vice president, Road Home Animal Project.
Five dogs were brought in. The two newborn puppies died within 8-10 hours.
Lewis describes the conditions of the dogs as devastating, especially the newborns with their umbilical cords still attached.
“That is an area that is very rural. No cameras. It is absolutely a dumping zone,” Lewis said. “They suffered. It was way too hot. They were dehydrated. Covered in maggots and filthy. It was a shame that someone did that to them.”
There have been no leads in the case. And Lewis pleads that if anyone from the public knows information to contact the Road Home Animal Project. But the story is heading toward a good ending for the three dogs that have survived.
They are undergoing rehab preparing for adoption.
“Everybody else has recovered. They’re doing great in their foster homes. When the stray hold is up, they’ll be available for adoption soon,” Lewis said.
Lewis said they find a couple dumps a year, but many dogs are brought into the foster program from owner surrenders and overcrowded shelters. The Road Home Animal Project has around 40 foster families looking to help dogs find their forever home.
“We go to any lengths that are needed,” said Chris Shriver, president, Road Home Animal Project. “If we commit to helping an animal, we do that no matter the cost.”
The Road Home Animal Project is 100% volunteer. And last year, they saved 377 dogs and spent $220,000 in vet bills.
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