Want A Dog? Worcester dogs rescued from 'squalid' conditions

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Eight dogs have been rescued from a Pocomoke-area property after Worcester County Animal Control was alerted to their dismal living conditions, police said.

The animals were found living "outdoors in squalid conditions for an extended period of time," according to a statement from the county government. Chief Deputy Doug Dods of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office did not specify the property where the dogs had been living.

"The pictures I was given, I wouldn't want to show you," Dods said. "The conditions were such that it met the requirements for animal control to intervene."

However, there are no animal neglect or cruelty charges pending against the dogs' former owners, Dods said.

"It was not malicious," he said of the conditions at the property. "It was just a situation that escalated, and the people couldn't help it. We've been getting a lot more of those, where it's not malicious. Some of them are just economically getting in over their heads and they just don't want to call it quits."

Several farm animals were also removed from the property by the Maryland Department of Agriculture, Dods said. Animal Control officers started an investigation of the property after receiving a tip about the condition of the animals.

The county is now looking for homes for the two Pomeranian mixes, three min pins, a pug, a Jack Russell terrier mix and a wire hair. All seem to be in good health and have been treated by a vet since being taken from the property.

While there is space for the eight small dogs in the county kennels, Dods said he would like to find new homes for each as soon as possible.

"We know there are folks out there that are toying around with the idea of getting a dog, but haven't found one that will fit their lifestyle," he said.

Animal Control also said new owners may need to put time into training the dogs and providing for their comfort.

"We would like to see these little guys go to good homes," Chief Animal Control Officer Sue Rantz said. "These dogs are very affectionate and would make great companions for senior citizens or others who can devote time and attention to them."

For more information on the dogs, contact Worcester County Animal Control at 410-632-1340.

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