Here at Pasado’s Safe Haven, we know that collaborating with local law enforcement is integral to successful animal rescues. When the Monroe Police Department received an anonymous tip and reached out to us about a potential area hoarding case, we were happy to provide assistance.
One of the first cats rescued and in desperate need of medical care
When we arrived at the Monroe residence, we were unable to enter the home without the aid of respirators. The floor had a layer of feces and urine-soaked newspapers, with feces ground into the floor. The stench was terrible. Within the home, there were ribbons and awards, indicating that the cats may have been show cats at one point in time.
We rescued a total of 10 cats from the residence, all of which were suffering from upper respiratory issues. The cats have been transported to Pasado’s sanctuary for a thorough examination.
During our investigation, neighbors asked us if we had found any dead animals. We are not sure if the neighbors smelled the stench from the cats or had other indicators that something was wrong, but it is always critically important to come forward if you think that any living being may be suffering. Reporting suspected animal abuse, neglect, or cruelty has often made the difference between life and death for those who cannot speak for themselves.
The owner of the cats was reported to be a 78-year-old woman who has been sent to a local hospital for evaluation. Pasado’s is so glad that we were able to provide assistance for this woman who surely was in over her head with 10 cats. Within the city limits of Monroe, the legal limit is 6 pets within a home.
Pasado’s was proud to partner with the Monroe Police Department. We are grateful that the Monroe PD cares about incidents of animal abuse and hoarding and we are happy to collaborate with them to seek justice for the animals.
Pasado’s was founded on rescuing animals – this is what we do, and we do it very well. We take direction from law enforcement, with the police pressing charges and Pasado’s rescuing the animals. The Monroe PD also recently worked with Pasado’s with the case of an abused kitten named Jingles.
Thanks to the commitment and dedication of other local police departments, Pasado’s has successfully pursued several recent hoarding and abuse cases. We collaborated with the Granite Falls Police Department in a neglect case and also participated with area PD in a south-end hoarding case, our largest cat rescue to date. That hoarding case will be airing on Confessions: Animal Hoarding on Animal Planet on December 30th.
Depending upon the outcome of this investigation, the cats who were taken from the Monroe residence may be available for adoption. If the prosecutor chooses to follow through with a criminal case, the cats will be held through the case and then be available for adoption. Pasado’s will find out whether the owner of the cats will be prosecuted after the results of her evaluation are received. Pasado’s will continue to provide updates on this case and on the availability of these cats.
It is Pasado’s Safe Haven’s mission to be at the forefront of animal rescue efforts. Thanks to your donations, we are able to step in when law enforcement requests our assistance. Please consider making a donation today – your support can help us continue to save those who need our help the most.
Thank you – from all of the animals at Pasado’s sanctuary and from those who are still awaiting their safe haven.