1 either to hook up to the municipal sewer system in Howell Township or replace the failing septic system and add a separate drainage field for animal waste. In 2015, Last Chance Rescue founder and director Sharen Kizer started an online fundraising effort to pay the organization's bills, saying "adoptions over the last half-year or so have gotten very slow (and) our expenses are up."Įarlier this year, the shelter was in danger of closing due to a failing septic system and permit violations. The Livingston County Health Department gave the organization until Feb. The shelter has experienced financial difficulties in the past. READ MORE: 70 dead cows found near Fowlerville READ MORE: 8 'dirty' golden retrievers removed from Fowlerville home "To me, it looks like a rescue that started out with good intentions, but got overwhelmed," she added. “Some of the animals (Last Chance Rescue) wants back,” she said, adding that a decision on returning the animals won’t be made until the investigation is complete. The operation willingly signed over ownership of some of the animals, Orn said. Once health and temperament evaluations are complete, she hopes to expedite adoption.
"There are some Lab mixes, some hounds, beagles. "This was a very large seizure," Orn said, noting the animals are all undergoing a one-by-one veterinary evaluation at the Livingston County Animal Shelter.ĭogs breeds ranged from small terrier and Chihuahua mixes to pit bulls and "everything in between," she said. RELATED: Last Chance Rescue given opportunity to stay open
The investigation led to the seizure of the animals from the Highland Road facility as well as a private residence affiliated with the group. Livingston County Animal Control Director Aimee Orn said her agency began an investigation last week following complaints about unsanitary conditions and animals not receiving necessary veterinary care at the rescue operation. Close to 120 dogs and cats as well as a few birds were seized Tuesday from Last Chance Rescue in Howell Township.
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