The Mat-Su Borough says 28 dogs from a dog lot in Big Lake were taken into protective custody Thursday afternoon after they were found with serious skin conditions and in stages of starvation.
An animal care officer made multiple visits and phone calls to George Shell, of Big Lake, before serving citations for failing to provide humane care by not treating the dogs for lice or mange, not supplying enough food and water, and failure to license a kennel, according to MSB spokesperson Carol Vardeman.
Shell allegedly broke MSB Title 24 and under the rule, it "allows the chief animal care and regulation officer to authorize the taking of an animal into protective custody when the animal's health is endangered."
On Friday, the borough's veterinarian continues to evaluate the 24 dogs and four puppies, which includes prescribing treatments, such as re-hydration and therapy for malnutrition and serious skin conditions.
Contact Neil Torquiano
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28 Dogs from Big Lake Taken Into Custody
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