Two dogs made a remarkable recovery after severe neglect, which led to a Central Florida woman being arrested. The woman was arrested and charged with two counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals following an investigation into the severe neglect of two dogs found in her care.
After the dogs were rescued, they were reunited with the HCSO detective who investigated the case. According to local law enforcement, their remarkable recovery serves as a powerful reminder of what is possible when neglected animals receive the care, compassion, and medical treatment they deserve.
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputies had responded to a call for service at an apartment located in the 800 block of East 120th Avenue near Tampa. While on scene, deputies found two dogs in the care of 38-year-old Bernice Smith…