The dogs that arrived are a variety of ages, but primarily young adults. There are some pregnant dogs as well as dogs with puppies, but these will all be sent to volunteer foster homes, until they are old enough to go up for adoption. These dogs have spent their lives in small, cramped cages, producing litters to supply pet stores and more recently sold over the internet. The animals have been fed and will be given the chance to rest from their long journey. Shelter staff will evaluate the dogs and hope to have some available for adoption by Tuesday. These dogs have been through a tremendous ordeal and were found living in disgusting conditions. According to authorities, the kennels had wire floors, were living in their own waste with little water and moldy food. Sadly deceased dogs were found among those living. The dogs are filthy and matted and it appears many of them have never had a bath.

Authorities moved the dogs from the mill to another staging area where they were photographed and documented as evidence as there are charges pending against the operator of this horrible place.
Several shelters from around the country also made the trip to assist in finding homes for these dogs, there were more than 700 animals in total, including 25 horses and donkeys, 20 cats and chickens.
In order to help these animals the shelter is in need of the following donations: shampoo, toys, towels, paper towels, wee wee pads and monetary donations to help with the trip and medical expenses.

The Humane Society of Broward County is a private, non-profit organization that is supported 100% by donations from people and companies that want to help us help the homeless animals. If you would like to help, please visit our website at www.humanebroward.com. Here you will find directions, photos of the animals available for adoption and information on how to make a donation. Or visit us at 2070 Griffin Road, just west of I-95. Adoptions open everyday at 10:00 AM. Our mailing address is HSBC, 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312.