“Over 30 Dead Dogs Found in Horrific Conditions at Ohio Animal Rescue”

Around 30 dead dogs and puppies were found in fridges and freezers at an animal rescue in Ohio. The Butler County Sheriff’s Office discovered over 90 dogs and puppies in terrible conditions, with some kept in cages filled with urine and fecal matter. The owner of the rescue, Rhonda Murphy, is facing multiple neglect and cruelty charges. CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR reported

Butler County, Ohio – Shocking discoveries were made earlier this week at an animal rescue in Ohio, as deputies found approximately 30 dead dogs and puppies in various stages of decomposition, stuffed into fridges and freezers. The Butler County Sheriff’s Office reported that more than 90 dogs and puppies were removed from what authorities described as “the most horrible conditions they have ever seen.”

These dogs and puppies were being held at two different properties in Madison Township, housed in various structures. One of the structures, a garage, had over 25 caged canines and an indoor temperature reaching a scorching 89 degrees.

Disturbingly, numerous animals were kept together in cages that were filled with urine, fecal matter, and devoid of food or water. Among the deplorable conditions, one cage contained a mother dog and her eight newborn puppies. Additionally, authorities discovered 11 adult canines in the main house, some of which were caged together.

The deceased canines were found in five refrigerators and freezers, some of which were not even functioning, spread throughout the two properties. The stench was so overpowering that Deputy Dog Wardens had to step out of the structure multiple times to catch their breath.

The owner of the dog rescue, identified as Rhonda Murphy, operated under the business name “Helping Hands for Furry Paws.” Murphy now faces numerous charges of neglect and cruelty to companion animals, ranging from felony to misdemeanor.

CNN attempted to reach out to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office for further comment but has not received a response. Moreover, no attorney has been identified or contacted for Murphy at this time..