Police Seize Dozens of Dogs From Peoria Home After Court Order

Overview

• Police reported three dogs dead inside the home.
• Officers described unlivable conditions, with some surviving dogs needing emergency veterinary care.
• Counts differ, with Peoria police citing 40 to 50 dogs removed while one report said more than 60.
• No arrests have been made as the investigation continues in coordination with the Arizona Humane Society, and the dogs are being held at city animal control kennels.
• Officials say city employees had been to the residence more than 100 times over recent years for animal-related calls and described the resident as uncooperative.