6/21/19
by News Department on 06/21/19Animals will be available for adoption...
The owner of 37 animals seized by the Hillside SPCA has agreed to surrender ownership to the majority of the animals, clearing the way for them to be adopted. The Republican Herald reports that 30 dogs and seven cats were found living in unfit conditions on 1488 Ridge Road, Upper Mahantongo Township.
The property belongs to Vincent Weist. SPCA Cruelty Officer Tricia Moyer-Mentzer said she met with Weist on Thursday, and after discussions, the man agreed to turn over the majority of the animals to the SPCA.
The remaining animals will be housed at the shelter pending the outcome of charges against Weist that will be filed by state police from the Schuylkill Haven station.
A goat and five donkeys on the property were also rescued and taken to a foster farm for lodging and treatment.
