GOOD MORNING!! I woke up every 2 hrs like an infant except I made it to the John, they don't. lol Did I tell Yall about the wrecks yesterday? One very close to me and the Road Robert was traveling and the second one was where I am going today. 3 and 2 copters respectively. Then someone said 2 copters crashed into each other. I hope that's not true. I think its not. I have about half hr. to start getting ready. sucks. Remember the subject yesterday on the horders? They showed pictures which I wont share here. This broke me.
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On Friday, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton responded to one of the most severe neglect cases our team has encountered in recent years.
Thirty-three animals were removed from a residence in Dayton’s Five Oaks neighborhood: 31 cats, one dog, and one opossum. What our humane society agents found inside the home was devastating. There was no running water. Trash and animal waste were piled throughout the residence, in some areas nearly reaching the ceiling. The smell of urine, feces, and decomposition was overwhelming. Insects crawled across surfaces and out of cages. Remains of deceased animals were discovered inside the home.
Many of the animals were confined to small cages, traps, and carriers layered with their own waste. In some cases, the buildup of feces was so severe that cats were forced to press against the tops of their cages, unable to move freely. These animals had been living for an extended period of time in filth, darkness, and neglect.
Eight additional cats were discovered at a separate storage unit, also confined in cages and left without care. The unit was not temperature controlled, leaving the animals exposed to dangerous conditions during the extreme cold impacting the Miami Valley.
The homeowner was found sleeping in his car, reportedly unable to live inside the residence due to its condition. The City of Dayton has since condemned the home, and the Dayton Police Department arrested the individual in connection with the investigation. Charges related to animal cruelty and neglect, concealed carry of a weapon, obstructing official business, and falsification are pending. He is currently being held in the Montgomery County Jail.
All 33 animals were transported to the Humane Society of Greater Dayton, where our medical team immediately began lifesaving care. Every animal was extremely ill at intake, suffering from severe neglect, infections, injuries, and parasite infestations. Insects were observed actively crawling from cages upon arrival. The animals remain under ongoing medical supervision and are receiving comprehensive treatment at our Dayton Humane Rehabilitation Center.
Once removed from the conditions they had endured, the change was immediate. As the animals settled into clean spaces with soft bedding, fresh food, and water, our staff witnessed a visible sense of relief and calm. Many of these animals were experiencing comfort and safety for the first time in a very long time.
Cases like this are heartbreaking, but they are also complex. Our licensed social worker was on scene during the response, recognizing that extreme neglect situations often involve serious underlying challenges beyond animal welfare alone including mental health issues. Early intervention and compassionate support can prevent suffering for both animals and people.
This rescue and the care that follows are only possible because of the support of our community. Donations allow us to provide medical treatment, safe housing, nourishment, and the time these animals need to heal. Because of that support, these 33 animals have a second chance at recovery and, one day, a loving home.