29-05-2025
Pit bulls rescued from neglect in Louisiana to go up for adoption
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The Humane Society of Louisiana (HSLA) says 42 pitbulls are ready to be adopted after they were saved from mistreatment.
On March 14, Concordia Parish deputies searched a Clayton home and found the dogs tied to trees in connection with a dogfighting investigation. According to the HSLA, tipped-over barrels were the dogs' only shelter, dozens stood in mud and water up to their ankles, and all showed signs of neglect.
Maurice Sheppard, 44, was arrested and charged with 43 counts of animal cruelty on March 26.
'We are very grateful for the Concordia Sheriff's Office and the different humane organizations that lent their workforce, expertise, and resources to this important case. It sends a clear signal to other animal abusers that law enforcement will arrest them and confiscate their animals. We also hope people will donate toward their care and medical support,' HSLA Director Jeff Dorson said.
The dogs' caretakers said all the dogs are very friendly and would make great pets. The dogs are currently being cared for in East Feliciana Parish.
A GoFundMe was created to raise funds for medical care and sterilization for all of the dogs. The adoption fees are $150 per dog, which includes being fixed and vaccinated.
If the adoption process is approved, the HSLA can transport them to their new homes.
Those interested in adopting or learning more should contact the dog's caretaker, Stacey Alleman, at staceyalleman@
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