44 Dogs Rescued From Home With 'Extremely Soiled' Bedding, No Fresh Water, Hot Temps

WHITEFORD, MD — Forty-four bully-type breed dogs have been confiscated from a Whiteford property after they were found to be living in filth and were neglected, officials said.

A citizen reported inhumane conditions to the Harford County Sheriff's Office at the Whiteford property. Sheriff's deputies, along with animal control officers, executed a search warrant at the home, which is located in the 1400 block of Eagles Grove Court, on July 11.

Several violations were discovered, including a lack of access to potable water, improper shelter, poor air quality and insufficient space for the 44 dogs. Bedding in kennels was "extremely soiled" and there was insufficient ventilation and temperature controls where the animals were kept, officials noted.

The morning of July 17, sheriff's deputies and animal control officers, along with the Humane Society of Harford County, the hazardous materials unit, the county emergency services special operation division, the criminal investigations division and the forensic services unit, all helped remove the 44 dogs from multiple buildings and safely took them to a local shelter for evaluation and treatment.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information about this situation is asked to call Animal Control at 410-638-3505. Those who want to remain anonymous can report their information through Metro Crime Stoppers Tipline at 1-866-7Lockup.