Exotic Incident #1138

Incident Date:
05/03/2008
Location:
Marsing, ID - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Species:
Small Cats
Animal:
Wolves, Bobcats, Domestic Cats, Dogs
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed

Summary:

Woman in her mid-70s made a deal with authorities to relinquish 17 wolves, 5 bobcats, 60 domestic cats, and an unknown number of dogs to avoid criminal charges of animal cruelty because of deplorable living conditions. Some of the animals were placed in facilities in other states. She was able to keep 2 bobcats and 2 wolves and will be monitored closely by authorities.

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