Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement officers executed a search warrant and rescued three adult horses, one foal and seven dogs from a property in Beaver County, Aliquippa Township, Pennsylvania yesterday. Three deceased cats were also found in the house on the property. Officers were alerted to the case of alleged animal cruelty and neglect by a complainant who contacted the Pennsylvania SPCA’s 24-hour cruelty hotline.

In addition to the horses, foal and dogs, Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement agents found the remains of a dead foal on the property, as well as three deceased cats in various stages of decomposition inside the house. It could not be determined how the animals died at the time of their discovery. The investigation is ongoing and no citations or charges have been filed at this time.

The Pennsylvania SPCA, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization founded in 1867, is dedicated to rescuing animals from abuse and neglect, providing lifesaving care and treatment, and reducing pet-overpopulation through low-cost spay-and-neuter clinics and public awareness initiatives. Through these efforts, the Pennsylvania SPCA prevents cruelty towards animals and promotes respect for their welfare, thus enhancing the lives of people and their companion animals throughout the state of Pennsylvania. To report animal cruelty or abuse, call the 24-hour statewide hotline at 1.866.601.7722. For more information about the Pennsylvania SPCA, to donate, adopt or volunteer, please visit www.pspca.org or call 215.426.6300.