Sixty-three neglected dogs were removed from a property in the Fraser Valley, the BC SPCA announced Thursday afternoon.
According to the animal welfare agency, the dogs were seized from the area of Mission, British Columbia, and from a person who claims to run a rescue organization, but has not been named.
The SPCA said the dogs suffered from a range of medical and behavioral problems and were now being cared for at various SPCA locations.
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“The BC SPCA works closely with many respected rescue organizations that work here in British Columbia, and we strongly support the work they do,” said spokeswoman Eileen Drever.
“However, in cases where an individual or group causes or allows animals to be in distress, we must ensure that those animals are protected and receive the care they urgently need.”
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The SPCA said the dogs taken from the site were mostly small and medium-sized and included a mix of breeds.
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Drever claims the dogs were kept in substandard conditions in a garage and various rooms in the home.
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“Some of the problems include unsanitary conditions, overcrowding and high levels of ammonia in the urine,” Drever said.
The SPCA said the dogs will remain under protection while the investigation continues.
Global News has reached out for more information.
For more information about the SPCA, visit the organization’s website.
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