Macon County, TN – Last week, dozens of dogs and five cats were rescued from a horrible breeding operation in Macon County. According to Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), the animals were living in severe neglect, the agency said:
Many dogs inside the indoor spaces are packed in small cages, unable to stand, turn around, or spread their limbs freely. The animals have been used and bred for profit with no regard for their needs. They suffer from multiple cases of cherry eye, mammary tumors, granulomas on paws and legs from pressure sores, and other painful conditions consistent with unsanitary housing, neglect, and inadequate veterinary care.
The organization noted that the animals were used for profit, with no regard for their health or well-being. The group writes:
They suffer from multiple cases of cherry eye, mammary tumors, granulomas on paws and legs from pressure sores, and other painful conditions consistent with unsanitary housing, neglect, and inadequate veterinary care. Many are terrified to step outside their cages.
As reported by the Macon County Chronicle, Amanda Smalling Fox and Scott W. Fox were charged with 10 counts of cruelty to animals; they are scheduled to appear in court on April 5.
Donations for the seized animals can be made to ARC here.
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