Hundreds of animals rescued from ‘appalling’ conditions at California sanctuary
San Diego Humane Society finds more than 400 animals at Julian facility, with malnutrition and injuries amid bankruptcy dispute
TL;DR
- Over 400 animals, including horses, cats, dogs, and goats, were rescued from Villa Chardonnay sanctuary in San Diego county.
- The San Diego Humane Society conducted the rescue, describing it as one of the largest and most complex operations they have undertaken.
- Animals suffered from severe neglect, including emaciation, untreated injuries, and widespread malnutrition.
- Some animals were euthanized to prevent further suffering, while one kitten died in the humane society's care.
- The sanctuary, which filed for bankruptcy last year, denied allegations of neglect and abuse.
- The rescue involved veterinary evidence of neglect and a legally transferred ownership of the animals during bankruptcy proceedings.