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The Guardian
a day ago
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- The Guardian
101 dogs rescued from apparent puppy mill in North Carolina
More than 100 dogs were rescued from an apparent puppy mill in North Carolina where they were kept in 'egregious conditions', an animal shelter said. The SPCA of Wake county on Wednesday removed 101 dogs from a home that appeared to have been functioning as a puppy mill. In a statement online, the shelter said that the dogs had been 'surrounded by their own waste, packed 5 or 6 to a cage and stacked floor to ceiling, or free roaming in cramped quarters and filth'. The shelter, working alongside Raleigh Animal Control, also said that there had been numerous mother dogs with very young nursing puppies, adding that 19 of those dogs were now in SPCA Wake's care. 'These events unfolded very quickly. Within an hour of receiving this call for help, we were on the property ready to take as many pets as possible,' the shelter said. Pictures posted online showed puppies of various breeds in cages and with matted fur as they were being cared for by shelter employees. Speaking to CBS 17, SPCA Wake spokesperson Samantha Ranlet said that many of the dogs were toy poodle mixes, pomeranians, chihuahuas, yorkies and other small 'doodle' mixes. In a follow-up post on Friday, the shelter said that their medical team had been treating each dog's individual needs, adding that a lot of them are suffering from skin and dental issues. 'The matted dirty fur is coming off in heaps,' the shelter said. Additional pictures posted online showed clumps of matted fur being trimmed from dogs of varying sizes. 'We're seeing a lot of smiles from these guys. This is the biggest moment in these dogs' lives, and we are feeling so grateful to be a part of their healing. Thank you to everyone who has donated or reached out in support of these efforts. This rescue is a big undertaking, and we can't do it without you,' the shelter said. In addition to the 101 dogs, the homeowner, whom police said was 'cooperative', also surrendered 21 chickens. Speaking to CBS 17, Ranlet said: 'The dogs in our care are being medically evaluated and some moved into foster homes … They will be placed up for adoption once they have received veterinary care and recuperated. We need to make sure they are healthy and rehabilitated so they can start fresh as somebody's family members.' It remains unclear whether the homeowner will face charges. The Guardian has reached out to the Raleigh police department for comment.
CTV News
2 days ago
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- CTV News
101 dogs living in packed, filthy conditions removed from North Carolina home
In this photo provided by Samantha Ranlet, a chihuahua and her two puppies who were among 101 dogs rescued from a home are seen at the Wake County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals admission center in Garner, N.C., on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. (Samantha Ranlet/SPCA of Wake County via AP) RALEIGH, N.C. — Dozens of dogs found living in packed, filthy conditions were removed from a North Carolina home. Animal control officers responding to a complaint in Raleigh discovered 101 dogs crammed in stacked cages or roaming in confined quarters at the home on Wednesday, the Wake County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said on Facebook. Many of the dogs were small breeds. Among those rescued were several puppies and older dogs. The homeowner agreed to relinquish the dogs, along with 21 chickens, news outlets reported. The dogs were taken in by eight different shelters and were undergoing medical assessments, the SPCA chapter said. Many dogs had matted fur as well as skin and dental issues. It wasn't known whether the homeowner faces charges. A telephone call to the Raleigh police department wasn't immediately returned Friday. On Friday, the chapter said that several dogs under its care were 'getting the spa day of their lives — and their first taste of fresh air, possibly ever. We're seeing a lot of smiles from these guys. 'This is the biggest moment in these dogs' lives, and we are feeling so grateful to be a part of their healing.'
Toronto Sun
2 days ago
- Toronto Sun
101 dogs living in packed, filthy conditions removed from North Carolina home
Published Jun 06, 2025 • 1 minute read In this photo provided by Samantha Ranlet, a chihuahua and her two puppies who were among 101 dogs rescued from a home are seen at the Wake County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals admission center in Garner, N.C., on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Photo by Samantha Ranlet / AP RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Dozens of dogs found living in packed, filthy conditions were removed from a North Carolina home. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Animal control officers responding to a complaint in Raleigh discovered 101 dogs crammed in stacked cages or roaming in confined quarters at the home on Wednesday, the Wake County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said on Facebook. Many of the dogs were small breeds. Among those rescued were several puppies and older dogs. The homeowner agreed to relinquish the dogs, along with 21 chickens, news outlets reported. The dogs were taken in by eight different shelters and were undergoing medical assessments, the SPCA chapter said. Many dogs had matted fur as well as skin and dental issues. It wasn't known whether the homeowner faces charges. A telephone call to the Raleigh police department wasn't immediately returned Friday. On Friday, the chapter said that several dogs under its care were 'getting the spa day of their lives — and their first taste of fresh air, possibly ever. We're seeing a lot of smiles from these guys. 'This is the biggest moment in these dogs' lives, and we are feeling so grateful to be a part of their healing.' Olympics NHL Toronto & GTA Editorial Cartoons Ontario
