Pomona rescue under investigation after 500+ cats found in inhumane conditions
Hundreds of cats seized from animal rescue
More than 500 living and dead cats were located living in inhumane conditions across properties associated with a nonprofit animal rescue.
LOS ANGELES - More than 500 living and dead cats were located living in inhumane conditions across properties associated with a nonprofit animal rescue.
What we know:
Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA and Upland Animal Control searched multiple properties Monday in Claremont and Upland as part of an animal welfare investigation into Furget Me Not Cat Rescue, a non-profit animal rescue registered in Pomona.
In addition to the cats and nine dogs living in inhumane conditions, the remains of multiple cats were discovered buried in the backyard. Other remains were found inside a freezer in a garage.
During a search of the property, officials collected expired medications for human use, used needles, pet carriers, animal food and other items.
The rescue is now under investigation.
What they're saying:
"This is an extremely difficult and complex case, and our immediate priority is the safety and well-being of every surviving animal," said Nikole Bresciani, president and CEO of the Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA.
The animals are being evaluated to determine their immediate medical, behavioral and housing needs, the group said.
For information about Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA, visit ivhsspca.org.
The Source: Information for this story came from Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA and San Gabriel Valley Humane Society. City News Service contributed to this report.