BREAKING: We’ve been working around the clock since Friday assisting with the rescue and care of 120 dogs and puppies—primarily Great Danes—at the request of the Union County Sheriff’s Office The dogs, who also included French and English Bulldogs and Chinese Cresteds, were seized from the property of a breeder after they were observed living in extremely unsanitary conditions. Sadly, many of the dogs appeared to be underweight and some had untreated medical conditions.

Following their removal, we are relocating the dogs to an ASPCA emergency shelter where they will receive forensic exams to support the criminal investigation, as well as much-needed medical care and behavioral treatment and enrichment from our experts. In addition, we are also assisting with operational planning, evidence collection, crime scene processing and investigative and legal assistance.

This large-scale rescue is in partnership with the Florida State Animal Response Coalition, Greenville Humane Society, Saint Frances Animal Center, Humane Society Naples, Washington State Animal Response Team, Chautauqua County Humane Society and Good Shepherd Humane Society.

Your support is critical during times like this when animals are most in need—waiting for rescue and relief. Please make an urgent gift today to support our work to reach animals who are being mistreated or suffering from cruelty.