Over 200 cats, dogs seized from California rescue, including 6 dead animals

LITTLEROCK, Calif. — Over 200 cats and dogs were removed from a California animal rescue on Oct. 26, including six deceased animals.

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According to a news release from the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC), a search warrant was served to an animal rescue in Littlerock, California last week that led to the seizure of 195 cats and 43 dogs, including six dead animals.

According to The Los Angeles Times, 25 DACC personnel, along with animal cruelty investigators and a forensic veterinarian were involved in the search warrant execution.

According to KTTV, DACC said that animal cruelty investigators found that the facility had hundreds of animals living in inhumane conditions and the facility had allegedly been practicing medicine on animals without a veterinary license.

KTLA reported that the animals were distributed among DACC’s seven animal care centers. They are being evaluated and treated.

“Providing safe and humane care to animals is required by local and State law,” said Marcia Mayeda, Director in DACC’s news release. “Our department stands committed to protecting animals and ensuring they receive the care they need.”

DACC told The Los Angeles Times that the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is working on preparing investigative reports.

“Animal rescue organizations are responsible for providing the basic needs for housing, nutrition, and health of all animals in their care. The quality of life of the animals must be a priority,” DACC said in the news release.

Los Angeles County residents are asked to report suspected cases of animal neglect by calling DACC at 310-523-9566. More information can be found on DACC’s website.

No further information has been released, including if any charges will be brought against the animal rescue.

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