The Pennsylvania SPCA today says it rescued 62 small dogs and puppies from a Lititz home. The dogs were reportedly living in unsanitary conditions and with untreated medical issues.
Acting on a tip, PSPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers executed a search warrant late Tuesday afternoon and found the spaniel and terrier-type dogs scattered in the house, garage and vehicles on the property. The animals were assessed by medical staff on site and then transported to PSPCA headquarters in Philadelphia for further evaluation. The investigation is ongoing and animal cruelty charges are expected.
The owner has surrendered all of the dogs and puppies to the PSPCA, which allows the PSPCA to prepare them for adoption. They are now in the care of the PSPCA shelter hospital for forensic evaluation and treatment. The PSPCA will be using its adoption center on Erie Avenue in North Philadelphia, its regional center in Danville, Montour County, and satellite adoption centers within the Pets Plus Natural stores in to find the dogs and puppies the forever families they deserve.
“Every animal deserves a clean place to live and to receive proper medical care. Confining animals to unsanitary conditions is not just unacceptable, it’s a crime” said Pennsylvania SPCA CEO Jerry Buckley. “We are dedicated to addressing animal cruelty in Lancaster County and in dozens of other counties across the state of Pennsylvania. The PSPCA is the only animal welfare agency in the state capable of executing large scale rescues such as this. We are grateful for the generosity of our donors whose contributions are the sole financial support for this vital work. We spend more than $4 million annually to rescue, treat and secure homes for neglected and abused animals in Pennsylvania.”
