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About 17 dogs that were seized from a breeding operation arrived at Caring Hands Humane Society in Newton about 5 a.m. Saturday.
The Kansas Animal Health Department recently shut down the breeding operation, seizing about 40 dogs.
Breeds brought to Caring Hands include Pekingese, Shih Tzu, papillion, poodle and West Highland terrier.
The dogs were transported overnight to avoid the high temperatures during the day. Recent temperatures can be dangerous for any animal, but these in particular were in a weakened state of health and mind due to the conditions they have endured.
Caring Hands Humane Society, which has helped re-home many such groups of dogs, had to install emergency housing units to accommodate this group. This is the first time this measure was necessary.
To make room for the dogs, Caring Hands is appropriating one of their cat rooms. This is possible because Chisholm Creek Pet Resort, which operates in Park City, recently donated lightweight portable feline housing units. These can be put anywhere in the shelter if space becomes short for cats.
Because of their weakened state and lowered immune systems, vulnerability to disease is of vital concern. Unfortunately as conditions become more crowded, the risk of disease goes up exponentially.
“This is a dangerous situation — one born of necessity and limited resources,” Caring Hands Executive Director Kevin Stubbs said. “However, here they will get the love and care they will deserve.”
Caring Hands is hoping to find adopters quickly.
“The whole point is to find forever homes” said Jack Brand, public relations coordinator. “Without adopters, we cannot save lives. Period. Dogs seized from this type of operation make great pets.”
The dogs will be available for viewing starting Tuesday. Adoption fees will vary.
Caring Hands Humane Society is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to relieving animal suffering
Caring Hands is at 1400 S.E. Third St. in Newton. For more information, visit www.caringhandshs.org or call 283-0839.
About 17 dogs that were seized from a breeding operation arrived at Caring Hands Humane Society in Newton about 5 a.m. Saturday.
The Kansas Animal Health Department recently shut down the breeding operation, seizing about 40 dogs.
Breeds brought to Caring Hands include Pekingese, Shih Tzu, papillion, poodle and West Highland terrier.
The dogs were transported overnight to avoid the high temperatures during the day. Recent temperatures can be dangerous for any animal, but these in particular were in a weakened state of health and mind due to the conditions they have endured.
Caring Hands Humane Society, which has helped re-home many such groups of dogs, had to install emergency housing units to accommodate this group. This is the first time this measure was necessary.
To make room for the dogs, Caring Hands is appropriating one of their cat rooms. This is possible because Chisholm Creek Pet Resort, which operates in Park City, recently donated lightweight portable feline housing units. These can be put anywhere in the shelter if space becomes short for cats.
Because of their weakened state and lowered immune systems, vulnerability to disease is of vital concern. Unfortunately as conditions become more crowded, the risk of disease goes up exponentially.
“This is a dangerous situation — one born of necessity and limited resources,” Caring Hands Executive Director Kevin Stubbs said. “However, here they will get the love and care they will deserve.”
Caring Hands is hoping to find adopters quickly.
“The whole point is to find forever homes” said Jack Brand, public relations coordinator. “Without adopters, we cannot save lives. Period. Dogs seized from this type of operation make great pets.”
The dogs will be available for viewing starting Tuesday. Adoption fees will vary.
Caring Hands Humane Society is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to relieving animal suffering
Caring Hands is at 1400 S.E. Third St. in Newton. For more information, visit www.caringhandshs.org or call 283-0839.
