Wednesday, July 25 2012 5:34 AM EDT2012-07-25 09:34:45 GMT
Its a hectic day here at the York County animal shelter - but not nearly has hectic as the past few days have been for the nearly 200 chihuahua rescued from a Pennsylvania home. "When we got here thereMore >>
It was a hectic day at the York County animal shelter, but not nearly has hectic as the past few days have been for the nearly 200 chihuahua rescued from a Pennsylvania home.More >>
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -
Humane officers say they have been dealing with a lot of animal seizures lately, which is overwhelming animal shelters - especially a recent case involving 17 dogs, mostly Chihuahua puppies, all in poor health.
Humane Officer Buck Hessler said he seized the dogs Thursday after several warnings to the owner about unsanitary conditions.
Hessler said the trailer the animals were living in was infested with cockroaches, feces, and urine.
"It was just overwhelming," he said. "I had to wear my mask and my boots and my gloves to go in to get the animals."
Hessler said the owners signed over the animals and will be cited for the unsanitary conditions.
The puppies are tiny and as cute as could be, but they and other animals from seizures are overwhelming the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter. The shelter is designed to house 35 dogs, but on Friday had 55.
Shelter spokeswoman Jennifer Vanderau said often these types of stories get a lot of attention, but it is important that families keep in mind other animals that have been at the shelter for a while when considering adoption.
"We've got dogs back there who have spent a long time in a kennel and really need a home and are equally deserving of love," she said.
Vanderau said people who do not have the option to adopt can help the seized dogs and other animals by donating food and other supplies, either in person or on the shelter's website, cvas-pets.org.
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-05-18 15:09:59 GMT
Police in Lancaster are on the scene of a standoff along the 600 block of South Queen Street. We're told a man barricaded himself inside a home, and that he may be armed. Several officers are on the scene.More >>
Police in Lancaster responded to a standoff along the 600 block of East King Street early Saturday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:41 AM EDT2013-05-18 14:41:18 GMT
During an emotional meeting the Harrisburg School Board unanimously passed the state appointed recovery officer's district recovery plan. A special session was held Friday evening for the matter. TheMore >>
The Harrisburg School Board unanimously approved the state-appointed recovery officer's plan, which includes a tax increase and a cut to employee costs and benefits.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:03:19 GMT
Usually, it is an honor when a sitting governor gives a commencement speech. But at Millersville University, Gov. Tom Corbett's scheduled address is causing unrest with some soon-to-be graduates.More >>
Usually, it is an honor when a sitting governor gives a commencement speech. But at Millersville University, Gov. Tom Corbett's scheduled address is causing unrest with some soon-to-be graduates.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:43:18 GMT
If the head of a city is the mayor, then Harrisburg's backbone is small business. Local owners are paying close attention to the candidates and their plan for Harrisburg's economic growth.More >>
If the head of a city is the mayor, then Harrisburg's backbone is small business. Local owners are paying close attention to the candidates and their plan for Harrisburg's economic growth.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:13:17 GMT
Two juveniles have been charged with setting three vacant buildings on fire in Lancaster County, according to Manheim Township Police. Police say the two people set fire to the historic Gammache MansionMore >>
Two juveniles have been charged with setting three vacant buildings on fire in Lancaster, according to Manheim Township Police.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:03:19 GMT
Usually, it is an honor when a sitting governor gives a commencement speech. But at Millersville University, Gov. Tom Corbett's scheduled address is causing unrest with some soon-to-be graduates.More >>
Usually, it is an honor when a sitting governor gives a commencement speech. But at Millersville University, Gov. Tom Corbett's scheduled address is causing unrest with some soon-to-be graduates.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:29 AM EDT2013-05-18 11:29:16 GMT
Temperatures Friday night into this morning have held mainly steady. Some backyards still had temperatures in the low 60s to start the day! A persistent southeast flow will temper the amount of sunshineMore >>
We can still expect seasonal warmth this weekend, but additional clouds will limit the amount of sunshine...More >>
