HAS Kissimmeein Florida (United States), the police rescued around twenty dogs, most of them Chihuahuas, who were living in unimaginable conditions inside a vehicle, reported WESH Channel 2.
Local police said they had arrested two women accused of animal cruelty and neglect.
The suspects are Dana Michelle Hutchison And Dawn Kathleen Biggsboth aged 42, known to the police and of no fixed address.
Unsanitary conditions, thinness and hair loss
The police did not intervene alone to take care of the canines; she was supported by the Osceola County Animal Services (Osceola County Animal Services).
Several puppies were among the dogs rescued after a report was made to the authorities by a passerby.
When an officer asked him how long the canines had been in the vehicle, Michelle Hutchison replied that the latter had been parked for several weeks and that they came to check throughout the day.
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“ At the scene, I observed a gray sedan containing several puppies (Chihuahua) in the vehicle, with the windows open and no food or waterindicated the said agent in his report. While inspecting the interior of the vehicle, I counted a total of 24 puppies inside the vehicle (unsupervised). I observed 2 small cages, each containing 3 puppies. I also noticed that the vehicle was dirty, with dog feces and a strong smell of urine, as well as insects moving around inside. I noticed that the dogs were very thin and losing their hair. »
“The agents were strongly marked by what they saw, what they felt and what they were confronted with”
Dawn Kathleen Biggs was placed in the Osceola County Detention Center with bail set at $5,500 (approximately 4,700 euros), while Michelle Hutchison is being held without the possibility of release on bail.
“ The agents were strongly marked by what they saw, what they felt and what they were confronted withsaid the lieutenant Erika Castellucci of the police Kissimmee. Keeping so many dogs in cages that simply weren't big enough to hold them all… »
“ It's just not something an animal should have to experience “, she added.
Woopets info: why is the accumulation of animals dangerous?
The accumulation of animals in too small a space often leads to a rapid deterioration of their living conditions, even when the owners think they are “doing the right thing”. Beyond a certain number, it becomes difficult to properly ensure their basic daily needs.
Access to healthy water, suitable food and regular veterinary care quickly becomes insufficient. The hygiene of the premises also deteriorates very quickly, favoring the proliferation of parasites and contagious diseases.
Permanent promiscuity can also cause significant stress in dogs. Some then develop behavioral problems, anxiety or aggressive reactions linked to the lack of space, resources and stimulation.