Andover, MN – In a shocking case of animal cruelty, the founder of the Andover-based dog rescue organization “For Furever,” Carley Mackenzie Ryan, faces serious charges after authorities discovered the bodies of eight dead dogs near the Mississippi River in Grey Cloud Island Township. The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Humane Society’s investigation led to the seizure of 22 dogs from the rescue facility, shedding light on the horrific conditions these animals endured.
Ryan, 36, from St. Paul, has been charged with 22 counts of overwork/mistreatment of animals, including four felony torture charges. This case came to light in October 2023, when the bodies of eight small breed dogs were found dumped in Grey Cloud Island. The investigation connected these deaths to Ryan’s facility, “For Furever,” where she admitted to acquiring the puppies at an auction. Ryan’s account revealed that the puppies contracted parvovirus, a highly contagious and deadly disease, but none received appropriate veterinary care, leading to their tragic demise.