Overview

• Robert and Anastasia Palulis each face 22 misdemeanor counts under New York’s Agriculture and Markets Law Section 353.
• Deputies discovered 21 dogs dead on Aug. 24 at Anastasia’s Acres in Argyle, while one surviving dog was taken for emergency treatment.
• A veterinarian and Argyle Animal Control assisted investigators at the scene as the criminal investigation remains active.
• Both defendants were released on appearance tickets and are expected to appear in Argyle Town Court.
• The boarding business is closed, and its website and social media have been taken down or marked temporarily closed as grieving owners seek answers.