9 dogs rescued in Effingham County by Coastal Pet Rescue
EFFINGHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – Nine dogs were rescued on Friday afternoon in Effingham County. The dogs were rescued after a social media post alerted officials to the situation.
The nine dogs range in size from Jack Russell Terrier mixes to Shar Pei and Staffordshire Terrier mixes, approximately ages 1 to 3 years. Out of the nine rescued
Seven are heartworm positive
One female who is mom to two litters of the included males is in heat
All are covered in fleas
All have intestinal parasites
Several have extensive skin issues
Some are underweight
All will need multiple baths to get them completely clean.
None of the animals were altered, and the owner admitted none of them had ever seen a vet.
According to Coastal Pet Rescue, tethering animals in Effingham County is not against the law and there's no legal limit to how many animals may be on a property. The state does have codes about providing adequate care, which includes medical, and a state law requiring routine rabies vaccination.
Currently, two of the dogs have found foster homes, but CPR is in need of more. With this being the third mass intake case of the year, foster and shelter spaces are running low as are medical funds. Donations towards the care these dogs may be sent via venmo coastalpetrescue , cashapp $coastalpetrescue , paypal donations@coastalpetrescue.org , or old fashioned checks to 7430 Thomas Ave, Savannah, GA 31406.
Those interested in fostering may apply online here. Coastal Pet Rescue will continue to provide updates on their Facebook page.
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