Channel: The Humane Society of the United States

Category: Nonprofits & Activism

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Description: "Typically in an environment like that, the puppies wouldn't survive because of the struggling for the resources," says a member of the Animal Rescue Team for the Humane Society of the United States. Local authorities in San Miguel, NM served a search and seizure warrant on a residential property at approximately 8 a.m. on March 14. The dogs were found living outdoors in crowded, filthy pens, some with no apparent access to food or water. HSUS worked cautiously in freezing temperatures to avoid slipping on ice and other hazards such as broken glass, wires and other debris found throughout the areas the dogs were living in. The dogs were unaltered and apparently permitted to breed freely—veterinarians noted that several dogs are pregnant. One puppy was found dead in one of the pens as an adult dog, possibly the mother, paced and whined nearby. Some of the dogs hid behind pieces of plywood and in various makeshift structures, while others appeared curious and approached rescuers. The rescued animals will be examined by licensed veterinarians and receive much-needed care and TLC.