ORANGE CITY, Fla. – Animal control officers rescued 40 dogs from an Orange City home Wednesday after concerned neighbors alerted authorities about the animals’ welfare. One deceased dog was also discovered at the property, according to the Orange City Police Department.
The owner voluntarily surrendered the animals to authorities after admitting he had become overwhelmed with their care. City officials decided not to pursue animal cruelty charges following the owner’s cooperation but the owner was cited for having more than four dogs and failing to properly register them with the city.
All surviving dogs were transported to Halifax Humane Society in Daytona Beach for urgent medical evaluation and treatment. Initial examinations revealed none of the rescued animals had been spayed, neutered, or vaccinated, with many suffering from serious medical conditions.
Halifax Humane Society officials reported their veterinary team is conducting examinations throughout the night, while providing the dogs with comfortable bedding and proper nutrition as they begin their treatment plans.
The organization has scheduled surgeries to begin Thursday for the animals requiring immediate medical intervention.
Halifax Humane Society emphasized their primary focus remains on ensuring each dog’s safety and stability before making them available for adoption. As the dogs recover and meet health requirements, they will be listed on the Halifax Humane Society’s website for potential adoption.
For more information about adopting these dogs or supporting their care, visit the Halifax Humane Society’s website.