A pit bull -- not this one -- attacked an Oakland County animal shelte
A single Sterling Heights resident is responsible for overcrowding the Macomb County Animal Control shelter after he was intercepted trying to move 53 dogs to a new home, following an eviction.
This clean, nourished dog is not one of those confiscated from a Sterling Heights hoarder. (Photo: MCAC Facebook)
The Sterling Heights Police Department received a tip from a resident Wednesday afternoon, saying her neighbor was loading many dogs into a U-Haul. Police responded to the scene and called Animal Control Chief Jeff Randazzo. . . .
The male owner told authorities he rescued the mixed-breed dogs, who ranged from puppies to 8 years old, from the streets of Detroit, said Randazzo. The dogs were covered in feces, with long yellow nails and most were so skinny, their rib cages could be seen from afar.
"He felt like his heart was in the right place but a lot of times, things get out of hand,” Randazzo said. “He hoarded items and dogs, and it’s part of mental illness. At no point did a red flag come up (to him) until the dogs were taken."
The animals are being processed and assessed for health needs and suitability for adoption. Other shelters are being asked to take in some of them, as well. Those who wish to help may make donations of specific goods -- bleach, antibacterial laundry detergent, towels, Lysol, Dawn dish soap -- or may choose from an Amazon wish list.
