The SPCA of Texas believes quick action by its investigators saved the lives of emaciated dogs found confined on a Hunt County ranch with no food or water.
SPCA investigators executed a rare exigent warrant to rescue six of the starving animals because waiting for a judge’s signature could have been too late.
“Time was of the essence, and if we didn’t act quickly, the condition could be fatal,” said Rebecca Woodward, SPCA senior director of shelter and medical operations. “I was so glad the SPCA came out when they did.”
Private investigator raises alarm
Private animal cruelty investigator Todd Smith first alerted authorities to the property just outside Wolfe City and contacted the SPCA…