Social media was abuzz last week as several local and out-of-area animal rights activists made claims of dogs dying and being in the frigid cold on social media. The incident even led Cincinnati news stations to the county, which often happens when there is negative news to report.
The Dog Warden acknowledged that there were a few dogs outside but said that it was better for them to be in an insulated doghouse with straw than out along the road somewhere. The county said that the accusation that a dog has died in the past few days as a result of freezing temperatures is 100% false and inaccurate. In addition, the warden reported that the last two dogs that were left outside attacked and killed multiple goats on a farm, so the dog warden placed the animals into his custody.
The incident even caught the attention of radio hosts on 700 WLW on Thursday. Hosts called those that made the claims “hyper critical” and “overreactive.” The Humane Society of Adams County along with Homeward Bound Animal Rescue also provided assistance to the Dog and Kennel Department this week to help alleviate their capacity issues.
Commissioner Kelly Jones had stern words for those that seek to disrupt and spread false information. “Instead of being on social media bashing the commissioners, bashing Donnie, volunteer, come and find the truth.” Jones continued, “Just don’t spread the lies, some people decide to put lies over the betterment of the animals.”
If you would like to foster, adopt, or donate to the Adams County Dog and Kennel Department, informally known as the “Dog Pound” call 937-544-2431. You can also support the Humane Society of Adams County by visiting: adamscountyanimals.org or Homeward Bound Animal Rescue at homewardboundrescue.org
