After receiving an anonymous tip, their investigation revealed the animals living in a possibly abandoned allen county home, in extremely unsanitary conditions. The large number of animals means they're strained on their stock of food, cleaning products, and medication. Staff expects it could take at least a month to rehabilitate the animals and get them healthy enough to head off to their forever homes.

LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The necropsy results are in for the skinned canines found dumped on Lakewood Avenue. 

Cassandra Smith of Spencerville will serve 25 days in jail, be placed on probation for two years, and complete 40 hours of community service. She pleaded no contest to a charge of cruelty to companion animals and was found guilty. On July 3, a female black lab was brought to Kessen Veterinary Clinic in Delphos. Although the dog’s name was Sidney, she came to be known as Daisy Mae in her time at the clinic. Daisy Mae weighed 33 pounds and had no muscle. Staff at the clinic tried saving her, but she was euthanized nine days later.

A protest sparked by animal cruelty charges took place outside the Van Wert Court House on Thursday. Kirsten Barnhart organized the protest for her step-brother’s dog, Carl. It’s alleged, Elisha “Jake” Secrist, took Carl from inside the home, tied him up and beat him over the head with a rock. Secrist has been charged with cruelty to companion animals, a fifth degree felony or the lowest form of a felony.

Animal lovers and pet owners gathered in front of the Lima Municipal Court to protest and speak up for those neglected by their owners.

A new Ohio Law that took effect Tuesday is stiffening penalties for people who abuse their pets.