"Living in Filth"

Dogs rescued after ACSO welfare check
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A welfare check performed by the ACSO uncovered over 2 dozen dogs living in disgraceful conditions. Photo credit ACSO Facebook Page

Ill-treatment of animals will land you in jail in Anderson County....

On Saturday, July 20, 2024, Deputies with the Anderson County Sheriff's Office performed a welfare check at home on Old Williamston road. The visit uncovered a despicable living situation for 26 dogs.

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One of many dogs rescued from despicable living conditions after a welfare check at a home on Old Williamston Rd. in Anderson, SC. Photo credit ACSO Facebook Page

Officials said the small breed canines, mostly Shih-Tzu's, were locked in cages and "living in filth"  Animal Control reported several dogs needed medical attention and were living on urine-soaked carpets.

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One of many dogs rescued from despicable living conditions after a welfare check at a home on Old Williamston Rd. in Anderson, SC. Photo credit ACSO Facebook Page

On Monday, 46-year-old Dessie Kight and 61-year-old Christian Voitle were booked into the Anderson County Detention Center.

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Christian Voitle and Dessie Kight were booked into the Anderson County Detention Center. Both face 26 counts each of ill treatment of animals. Photo credit ACSO Facebook Page

Both face 26 counts each of ill treatment of animals.

The dogs were transported to Anderson County P.A.W.S for evaluation.

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