76 Small Dogs Seized from Behind Mobile Home

76 dogs -- including about 60 adult Pekingese, Yorkies, Pomeranians, long-haired dachshunds, Chihuahuas and terriers -- were seized last week from cages behind a Holister, Florida mobile home and from inside nearby shed. Several of the dogs are pregnant. About 60 tropical birds were also found but were not removed.

The dogs were in fair condition but some had apparent eye infections that will need treatment. The dogs did not have sufficient food, water or room to exercise. The birds were adequately cared for.

The Sheriff's Department will work with the owner of the property to return the dogs if the property owner complies with regulations. The property was not zoned for a kennel, did not have proper facilities for waste disposal and did not have a special permit to keep birds.

The dogs will stay in foster care until any legal action is finished.

Source: pet-abuse.com