Summary
Animal control officers in Georgia rescued three abandoned dogs from a cemetery. One dog, severely underweight and in critical condition, was found stuck in a drainage pipe. Charges of animal cruelty have been filed against the dogs' owners.
Key Facts
- Three abandoned dogs were found at McWilliams Cemetery in Georgia.
- Two of the dogs were running loose and appeared frightened.
- A third dog, later named Miracle, was severely underweight and stuck in a drainage pipe.
- Rescuers freed Miracle and took her for emergency veterinary care.
- The dogs' owners were found, and charges of animal cruelty and abandonment were filed.
- Walker County Animal Shelter is overcrowded due to more animals arriving than being adopted.
- The shelter encourages public adoptions to make space for incoming animals, especially during kitten season.
