On Wednesday morning, March 11, more than 50 maltreated huskies, including puppies, were rescued in Vermont.
In a press release from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) the rescuers who arrived in Hyde Park, have been assisting the Lamoille County Sheriff’s Department moving the huskies found living in unsanitary kennels soaked with urine. Other dogs had been tethered with chains that limited their movement.
Some of the dogs appeared to be underweight and showed signs of dehydration. No food or water appeared to be present.
The dogs, including puppies, and have been transported to an ASPCA recovery facility where they are receiving veterinary and behavioral examinations as well as medical care.
Teresa Ladner, the vice president of ASPCA criminal practice and investigations stated:
When we arrived on the property, it was clear immediate intervention was necessary to remove these animals from the extremely poor conditions they were subjected to so we could provide them with much-needed care and treatment.
The ASPCA deploys nationally to assist local authorities in animal cruelty cases including animal fighting, hoarding, and puppy mills. It also provides local communities with resources including grant funding and training to effectively assist animals during cruelty and disaster situations.
This is an ongoing investigation, with animal cruelty charges pending, based on evidence collected by the sheriff’s department and support from ASPCA subject-matter experts. More info on this rescue to come!
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