Erie Humane Society rescues over 50 animals in two weeks
Chief Humane Officer Lisa Stiles said a majority of the animals, 26 cats and 18 kittens, were taken from two separate animal hoarding cases where they were said to be found in very unsanitary conditions.
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Two dogs, thought to be farm dogs, were recovered as well, one of which is being treated for Lyme disease.
'The conditions were very unsanitary in both of these cat hoarding houses. A lot of fecal matter, a lot of trash on the floors of the one home, and the numbers just got out of hand. That's why we promote spay and neuter. Reach out to shelters for help because they only had a couple of cats, then they did not get those cats spayed and neutered and of course then their numbers grow,' Stiles said.
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In the meantime, humane society staff are treating their medical needs and preparing them to be ready for forever homes.
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