Walker Woman Charged with Animal Abuse, 19 Rescued Dogs Prepared for Adoption in Kent County

Nineteen puppies that were rescued from a pickup vehicle where they were discovered living in filthy conditions are presently under the care of the Kent County Animal Shelter. Police found the dogs in a red Chevy Silverado parked at a Walker Dollar Tree after receiving a complaint about them on October 14. Carolyn Newsome, the dogs’ owner, is being charged with animal mistreatment.

Following their surrender by Newsome, who entered a not guilty plea and consented to give up the dogs, the canines are being prepared for adoption after undergoing the required treatment and medical examinations. In a statement reported by WZZM 13, KCAS Director Angela Hollinshead stated that “Many of the dogs have friendly dispositions and, once cleared, are likely to be adopted quickly.” There are currently 94 canines in the shelter, which puts a burden on their resources.

According to WOOD TV, Newsome, the dogs’ previous owner, was accused of failing to provide ten or more animals with proper animal management, a felony punishable by up to four years in jail, a $5,000 fine, and 500 hours of community service. Following their discovery in unsanitary conditions and without water, the dogs were brought to KCAS and prepared for adoption.

KCAS has announced a special adoption cost of $50, which will be in force until December 1, as 30 of these dogs are already available for adoption. A QR smart Kent County dog license, an additional month of prescription flea and tick prevention medication, and heartworm prevention therapy are all included in this cost.”We currently have 94 dogs in our care, and knowing that we can begin the path to adoption for this new group of dogs is a huge relief,” Hollinshead said in an interview, as reported by WZZM 13.Additionally, Hollinshead underlined the shelter’s dedication to helping prospective owners select the ideal creature to adopt.

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