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a day ago
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MSPCA to waive adoption fee for farm animals this weekend
METHUEN, Mass. (WPRI) — The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) is waiving adoption fees for dozens of farm animals this weekend in an effort to free up space at Nevins Farm. This comes after 147 farm animals, including pigs, goats, chickens, geese, ducks, cattle, horses, donkeys and dogs, were removed from a single property in Franklin County back in April. The MSPCA said some of those farm animals have given birth since arriving at Nevins Farm, meaning capacity and resources are stretched thin. 'All told, we ended up with more than 150 animals from this case,' MSPCA-Angell's Mike Keiley said. 'Obviously following that kind of intake, our resources are really being pushed to the brink.' RELATED: MSPCA rehabilitating severely emaciated horse 'This was a massive undertaking — we took in an entire farm at one time and moved it to Methuen,' he continued. 'It was all hands on deck … Bringing in close to a dozen different species, including cattle and horses, and housing them is incredibly complicated.' Keiley estimated that there are currently more than 300 animals living at Nevins Farm. 'We need to find homes for a lot of these animals and fast,' Keiley said. 'We typically see more cases of neglect in turbulent economic times and, given what we're already seeing with the increasing costs of hay and feed, I expect more animals will need to come to Nevins soon.' 'But we won't have space for them unless we're able to adopt out many of the animals already in our care,' he added. The Franklin County property was also where Astrid, a 2-year-old Percheron Filly, was discovered lying down in a field. 'Astrid was in dire need of medical attention when she came to us, and she ended up needing to spend more than a week in the hospital,' Keiley said. Keiley said the young horse is doing well and will be available for adoption soon. But her prolonged hospitalization, on top of caring for the other farm animals removed from the property, has already cost Nevins Farm roughly $25,000. 'The costs are adding up quickly,' Keiley said. The investigation into the farm animals' former owner is ongoing. It's unclear whether any charges have been filed. The MSPCA will be waiving adoption fees for pigs, goats, chickens and other fowl June 7 and 8. Keiley said the goal is to adopt out about 120 farm animals in just two days. 'It's a huge goal, but it's what we need to do in order to be there for the next animals who need us,' he said. Those interested in adopting are encouraged to register in advance and swing by the farm either day between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Anyone who wants to donate to the farm animals' care can do so online at any time. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
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Over 150 farm animals up for free adoption after large Western Mass. surrender
After an influx of more than 140 animals into its care from a large surrender case, the MSPCA is set to offer free adoptions for dozens of pigs, goats, chickens and fowl this coming weekend. The animals from the large intake originated from a single property in Franklin County. A previously surrendered filly named Astrid, who was in 'dire need of medical attention' back in March, also came from this property, the MSPCA indicated. In total, 147 animals — ranging in species from pigs, to goats, chickens, geese, ducks, cattle, horses, donkeys and dogs, were removed from the Franklin County property on April 16, according to the MSPCA-Angell. The animals were officially surrendered by their previous owner on April 22. An investigation is also ongoing against the owner, the MSPCA noted. Read More: Mass. lawmakers eye lesser charge to deter animal cruelty Some of the animals have since given birth, raising their total number to more than 150. The large intake has ballooned the animal population at the MSPCA's Nevins Farm location in Methuen to more than 300 animals, the organization said, adding that capacity is now 'stretched thin.' 'This was a massive undertaking — we took in an entire farm at one time and moved it to Nevins," Mike Keiley, the vice president of the MSPCA-Angell's Animal Protection Division, said in a statement. Keiley said it was 'all hands on deck' to move and resettle the animals, but that the MSPCA-Angell is 'uniquely positioned' to help in a situation such as this. Read More: Do you know this dog? MSPCA needs info about emaciated poodle found on highway 'We're really the only local organization that can help with this kind of huge intake,' Keiley said. 'Bringing in close to a dozen different species, including cattle and horses, and housing them is incredibly complicated.' Keiley credited the MSPCA's 'staffing and expertise' with helping to make the operation work, despite the strain on resources to carry it through and to continue the animals' care. 'We need to find homes for a lot of these animals and fast,' Keiley emphasized. 'We typically see more cases of neglect in turbulent economic times and, given what we're already seeing with the increasing costs of hay and feed, I expect more animals will need to come to Nevins soon, whether through owner surrender or related to Law Enforcement cases,' Keiley added. Read More: Second Chance says economic squeeze is pushing pets out of homes, into shelters Adopting out animals currently in the MSPCA's care is the main way the group will be able to care for more incoming animals in need, according to Keiley. Keiley estimated that the cost to care for Astrid, the Percheron filly, as well as the other animals has already cost the MSPCA roughly $25,000. Astrid required more than a week of hospitalization, but has since been released, and is expected to soon be available to adopt. Those who wish to donate to offset the costs of Astrid and the other animals' care can do so on the MSPCA's website. To incentivize adoptions on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, fees to adopt pigs, goats, chickens and fowl will be waived at Nevins Farm. The MSPCA said these free adoptions can amount to a savings of up to $400, which the group encourages new owners to put toward their animals' care. Keiley said the MSPCA's goal is to adopt out 'about 120 animals in just two days.' Those interested in adopting animals for free this weekend can learn more on the MSPCA's website. Registration is recommend, but not required to participate. Famous voice actor killed in Texas shooting at 59 Residential retrofitting program turns on high-speed internet for Bay Meadow Apts. in Springfield ICE defends arrest of Milford High School student, though teen was 'not the target' ICE director 'shocked' MA officials would rather release 'human traffickers, child rapists' back into neighborhoods A Pennsylvania Democrat and Republican come to Boston. Bipartisanship breaks out Read the original article on MassLive.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Time of India
‘Install CCTV cams inside cabins of police officers'
Mumbai: The Maharashtra State Police Complaints Authority (MSPCA) has in an order recommended to the state to issue directives to install CCTV cameras within the cabins of police officers to ensure that any incident occurring inside these cabins is appropriately recorded. While hearing a Jan 2023 complaint of an advocate from Dhule that then district superintendent of police Sanjay Barkund had allegedly abused and misbehaved with him inside his cabin, MSPCA chairperson Justice (retd) Shrihari Davare, member Vijay Satbir Singh and member Umakant Mitkar in their order said the state had already issued directives for installation of cameras within the premises of police stations and recommended that similar directives be issued to install CCTV cameras within the cabins of officers as well. However, the authority dismissed the complaint against the SP, citing lack of merit. Advocate Vishal Pimpale, also an office-bearer of VHP, in his complaint stated he was representing a couple who got married without the consent of their parents and were seeking police protection. The complainant stated he visited the office of the SP on Dec 7, 2022, along with Shruti and Yuvraj Khairnar, who feared a threat from Shruti's parents. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo According to the complainant, the SP called them into his cabin, but allowed only Shruti Khairnar to enter, instructing others to wait outside. Subsequently, the SP called the complainant into the cabin and allegedly threatened him saying he should leave the premises and warned that he would otherwise beat him on his buttocks and file false cases against him. But the SP denied any misconduct or ill-treatment towards the complainant. The SP stated he had advised the couple to approach Nizampur police and submit a written application, but no such application was filed. According to the SP, the complainant became agitated when he was advised to follow proper procedure. The SP also disclosed that an offence had been registered against the complainant in connection with an incident in March 2022. According to the SP, the complainant had lodged a similar complaint against him to the special IG. Inspector Hemant Prabhakar Patil investigated it and submitted a report saying it was false. The MSPCA in its May 20 order said the complainant had not substantiated the allegation with any evidence such as audio/video recordings or statements from witnesses. It said there was no CCTV footage of the incident in the SP's cabin, as it did not have facility to record and store videos and only provided live screening.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Do you know this dog? MSPCA needs info about emaciated poodle found on highway
The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals hopes the public can help provide information about a young poodle-mix found matted and emaciated on Interstate 495 in Lawrence now in the group's care. Called Willie, the pup was originally brought to the group's Nivens Farm location in neighboring Methuen on May 19, according to MSPCA-Angell. However, MSPCA Law Enforcement Director Chris Schindler said in a statement that 'it was immediately clear that he needed advanced treatment.' Read More: Western Mass. pup with severe heart condition to receive life-saving surgery Willie was driven to the Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston, where he has since been receiving 'around-the-clock care,' according to Schindler. MSPCA-Angell, citing staff in its critical care unit, said Willie's prognosis is 'not yet clear.' Veterinarians indicated Willie 'likely has pneumonia' upon further examination. Schindler said that Willie was also suffering from extreme dehydration and 'appeared to have neurological problems, which we're hoping is related to those other issues.' 'Only time will tell if he'll respond to treatment,' Schindler added. 'Right now, we're focused on trying to help this poor dog recover and also learn how he came to be in the condition he's in.' Read More: Second Chance says economic squeeze is pushing pets out of homes, into shelters 'What we do know is that Willie is getting the best care possible at Angell, and we're fortunate to have access to those resources,' Schindler said. MSPCA law enforcement are investigating to learn any information about Willie's history and how he ended up on the highway in his condition. Schindler said the case is 'challenging' due to investigators 'starting from scratch.' He added that the public's help is invaluable to get to the bottom of Willie's case. Anyone with information about Willie's history or owner is asked to contact the MSPCA Law Enforcement Department at 617-522-6008, or at 800-628-5808, where information can be left anonymously. Read More: Why only 6 Mass. pet shops sell puppies (and why they might be the last) Tips can also be submitted online at Willie is benefitting from access to the Pet Care Assistance fund to help cover the costs of his care and treatment. For those who wish to donate to support Willie's care, they can visit the MSPCA's devoted webpage. Man found guilty of killing Mass. couple in drunken driving crash from 2021 CDC: Lead from phone lines is highly concentrated in Springfield manhole muck West Springfield buys old Walgreens for police station Top Springfield cop pledges to fulfill consent decree reforms, as similar pacts end across US Springfield to remember fallen veterans in Friday ceremony Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
MSPCA seeking owner of emaciated dog found on highway
BOSTON (WPRI) — The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) is asking for the public's assistance finding the owner of an emaciated dog that was found on the side of the highway earlier this week. The young Poodle-mix, named Willie, was brought to Nevins Farm on Monday by a driver who saw him on Route 495 in Lawrence. 'Willie was matted and emaciated when he was brought in,' MSPCA Law Enforcement Director Chris Schindler said. 'He was initially examined by a clinic veterinarian in Methuen, and it was immediately clear that he needed advanced treatment.' Willie was then rushed to the MSPCA's Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston, where he's receiving around-the-clock care. His prognosis is not yet clear, according to the MSPCA. 'Angell veterinarians found him to be emaciated and extremely dehydrated,' Schindler said. 'He also appeared to have neurological problems, which we're hoping is related to those other issues.' 'Right now, we're focused on trying to help this poor dog recover and also learn how he came to be in the condition he's in,' he continued. (Story continues below.) Schindler said veterinarians have also discovered that Willie likely has pneumonia. 'His care team says Willie sometimes responds like a sick dog would in normal circumstances, but he's often very quiet and dull, which isn't normal,' Schindler explained. 'It's still early days, though, so we're in wait and see mode.' Schindler is asking anyone who may have information on Willie's owner or history is urged to contact the MSPCA Law Enforcement Department by calling (617) 522-6008 or (800) 628-5808. Tips can also be submitted anonymously online. 'These cases are challenging because we're starting from scratch,' Schindler said. 'That's why we really need the community's help here to learn how this poor pup got into the condition he was in when he came to us.' The MSPCA is covering the cost of Willie's medical care through the Pet Care Assistance fund. Anyone who wishes to make a donation toward Willie's care can do so by clicking here. 'Cases like this — with days of intensive care needed — are extremely expensive, so we need support now more than ever,' Schindler said. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
