Charges are pending against owner of suspected puppy mill.
Last week, 166 dogs were taken from an alleged puppy mill and animal cruelty charges are pending against the Bancroft area facility’s owner. A search warrant was issued following an ongoing investigation by the
Ontario SPCA, which has received numerous complaints about this particular individual for 12 years. Prior seizures have occurred; however, compliance on behalf of the accused has resulted in the return of the animals.
Special protection was necessary for the team investigating the facility due to poor ventilation and dogs were found “wading in liquid feces.” The seized animals include beagles, Pekinese, poodles, and terriers, who were described to be in “very poor condition.” Various dogs were found to be anemic, dehydrated, lethargic, and infested with parasites and some required immediate medical attention. They have now been distributed among a network of rescue organizations throughout the province until their future custody is determined.
“This case was a large seizure, involving deplorable conditions and severe neglect,” noted Kristin Williams of the Ontario SPCA. “Provincial offense charges are currently pending. The Ontario SPCA has a very strong case.”
Charges are currently pending under the
Ontario SPCA Act. If the seizure is judged to be warranted by the Animal Care Review Board, the suspect may be forced to relinquish the animals, who would then be offered for adoption. If found to be guilty, the accused may face a penalty of up to two years in prison and/or a fine of up to $60,000.
How you can help: • If you witness an instance of animal cruelty, please report it to the proper authorities.
• Help support the
Ontario SPCA continue their lifesaving work. You may call 888-668-7722 for information or
donate online so that they may pursue further cruelty investigations and care for animals.
• For more information about puppy mills and how you can help see
The Truth About the Pet Trade.
• Please be sure to adopt your pets from shelters or rescues, do not purchase them from stores that support the puppy mill trade. Please see
Puppy Mills and Pet Stores.
For the rest of the story: •
Animal cruelty provincial offense charges pending on puppy mill case in Bancroft-area•
Ottawa Citizen.com: Authorities seize 166 dogs from suspected puppy millPosted by Jennifer Hayes, Best Friends Network
Photo credit: taken by Jennifer Hayes, not one of the seized dogs.