Animals Rescued from Frigid, ‘Deplorable’ Conditions

Summary:

St. Clair, MO – Franklin County deputies tell FOX 2 that more than 40 animals living in deplorable, bitter-cold conditions were rescued from a single Franklin County property on Sunday. It happened at a home in St. Clair. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said it started as a welfare check around 1 p.m. Sunday but turned into an animal rescue and recovery mission. They were able to seize 19 dogs, 18 goats, three turkeys, two chickens, one duck, one rabbit, one cow, and one monkey.

The deputy was able to escort the homeowner to his patrol unit to be transported to a warming station set up at St. Clair City Hall. That’s when first responders discovered the animals living in what they described as deplorable conditions. The community has rallied around these rescue efforts, paying off $5,000 in medical bills for the animals. She encourages people to donate and volunteer at their local shelters.

Action take by Born Free USA:

Notes: