Houston SPCA: 82 animals rescued in two disturbing cruelty cases within 24 hours

PASADENA, Texas — Houston SPCA Animal Cruelty Investigators rescued 82 animals from two separate hoarding situations across the greater Houston area in less than 24 hours this week, according to the Houston SPCA. The unrelated cases in Pasadena and Tomball involved dozens of dogs and cats living in deplorable conditions.

The most recent rescue occurred Wednesday morning in Pasadena’s Red Bluff Terrace neighborhood, where Houston SPCA investigators working with Pasadena Animal Control discovered 70 small, emaciated dogs and one bird at a residence. The Houston SPCA reported that the interior of the home was heavily contaminated with feces and urine and cluttered with extensive debris throughout the property.

All 71 animals from the Pasadena location were safely removed and are now receiving comprehensive medical evaluations and individualized treatment at the Houston SPCA, the organization said…

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