ST. LOUIS (KMOX) - The Humane Society of Missouri say they have rescued 43 dogs who were starving in Douglas County, Missouri.
According to the Humane Society, they received a request from the Douglas County Sheriff's Department to help rescue 43 Shiba Inus that were on the property in Douglas County after deputies served a warrant on the property. The property belonged of a former commercial breeder.
The Humane Society say the dogs are severely thin and were suffering from various injuries and health conditions.
Humane Society of Missouri
"The conditions at this property amount to one of the worst cases of animal neglect we've seen this year," said HSMO president Kathy Warnick, "The caring citizen who tipped off the Douglas County Sheriff's Department undoubtedly saved the lives of many of these innocent dogs and gave them a second chance at life."
The Humane Society also recovered remains of nine deceased dogs were also found on the property, including one of the dogs who was rescued dying shortly after.
All of the animals are currently receiving emergency veterinary treatment and health evaluations.
A disposition hearing to determine legal custody will take place at 9 a.m. Nov. 9 at the Douglas County Court in Ava, Missouri.
