Animal cruelty investigators from the Humane Society of Huron Valley seized 31 dogs and 14 cats from a Pittsfield Township residence last Friday.
Following a tip, investigators arrived at the residence to find two dead dogs and 43 animals living in sewage and excrement, according to a press release issued by the Humane Society. Some of the animals were fearful and underweight and several needed care, which was provided at the Humane Society.
Pittsfield Township police visited the home on the 7900 block of Crane Road as part of a death investigation, according to Matthew Harshberger, Director of Public Safety for Pittsfield Township.
Harshberger Pittsfield Township police investigated the death of an elderly resident at the home. The officer noted the many pets in the home and referred the case to the Humane Society, Harshberger said.
Human Society staff are providing veterinary and behavioral care. The animals will be available for adoption as they recover.
“Many thanks to the community members who saw animals in dire need and spoke out on their behalf,” Humane Society CEO Tanya Hilgendorf said. “When it comes to animal cruelty and hoarding, folks often think that ‘this doesn’t happen here. But it does, and only by bringing it to light can we intervene, help, and prevent it from happening again. It’s also important to remember when animals are in danger, there are often vulnerable humans in danger as well. We need to look out for each other.”
According to the press release, the investigators from the Humane Society will be submitting the case for possible charges.
Report animal abused to the Humane Society of Huron Valley at 734-661-3512 or hshv.org/report.
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