The Calgary Humane Society (CHS) is caring for dozens of dogs seized from a Lethbridge home more than a week ago.
About 100 dogs were seized from a west Lethbridge home on March 24.
The CHS said the 88 dogs transferred to its care are mostly small breeds like Chihuahuas and Yorkies, ranging in age from eight weeks to seniors.
Officials said most of the dogs require extensive medical care.
The CHS said most of the dogs will need extra support in their new environment.
“A lot of them had some hip and joint issues, as well as some dental issues, some of them quite severe,” spokesperson Sage Pullen McIntosh said. “So there are going to be some ongoing medical procedures for them and definitely some surgeries.
“The majority of the dogs that came to use are very fearful. So our behaviour team is working with them and supporting them through that.”
The owner voluntarily surrendered them to the Alberta SPCA, according to a spokesperson. The investigation continues into whether charges will be laid.
Donations to help cover the costs can be made by calling 403-723-6000 or at www.calgaryhumane.ca/donate where a special “Lethbridge Dogs Fund” has been created.
With files from Global News and News Talk 770’s Brenda Neufeld