Exotic Incident #2790
Incident Date:
12/06/2016
Location:
Wilson, NY - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Animal Death (AD)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Snakes, birds
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed
Summary:
More than 330 animals, including at least 100 snakes, 200 rats and mice, 40 to 50 birds, 15 cats, and 2 miniature pigs, were seized from a home. The animals were found living in deplorable conditions, and many were dead. The property owners were identified as Thomas and Robyn Dawe. Their daughter, Maria Dawe, was operating an exotic animal business in the home.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4012028/More-300-animals-seized-NY-home-including-100-snakes-200-rats-mice.html#ixzz4U4tBJdju