Funds to help 25 Seized Dogs

FMAS is a non profit organization that helps support rescue efforts for the local animal shelter. Recently our animal shelter had to seize some dogs from a self proclaimed "rescue" who was neglecting the animals she was suppose to be saving. More than 25 dogs have been seized by Madera County Animal Control, after nearby residents reported the animals starving and suffering in cages in the backyard. About 15 adult and young pitbull mixes were found and the rest were small and medium terrier mixes. A litter of puppies was found hidden in the debris of a shed at the abandoned house. “These animals were found in horrendous condition,” Gross said. “This is animal cruelty at it’s worst. Emaciated — with backbones and hip bones showing. One small dog had an old untreated leg fracture with a dangling leg and large open wound. They were all standing in filthy, small, 2 x 3 foot crates, in their own feces, out in the sun and 100 degree temperatures. Others were found under makeshift tarps, some without food or water,” Gross said. About half the dogs were in such poor condition they were immediately taken to a local veterinarian for examination and care. Gross estimated it took months of inadequate food and care for the dogs to become so emaciated. We are asking for donations to help with vet care and to transport these animals to rescue Northern California and Oregon. FMAS is a registered 501 1 3 (c) organization and all donations are tax deductable. You can read more on the story at http://www.maderatribune.com/single-post/2016/09/14/Woman-facing-animal-cruelty-charges