At our organization, every call matters—because behind each one is an animal in need.
Yesterday, our team responded to a situation in Trotwood. Inside an RV on the property, more than 40 cats and kittens were living in conditions that were not only unsafe, but completely unlivable.
The structure itself was failing. Holes in the ceiling allowed rainwater to pour inside, leaving the interior damp, unstable, and exposed to the elements. The floors were covered in layers of mud and feces, creating a hazardous and unsanitary environment. Trash and debris were piled throughout the space, leaving virtually no clean or dry areas. The air was heavy, and the sheer number of animals confined within such a small space made the environment overwhelming.
Dozens of cats and kittens were found roaming freely with no separation and no control over breeding. The overcrowding had reached a critical point, making it nearly impossible to maintain even the most basic level of sanitation and creating conditions where illness could spread rapidly.
Many of the kittens are now being treated for upper respiratory infections, an all-too-common outcome in environments like this. While most of the adult cats appear to be stable, several required immediate medical attention upon arrival and are now receiving care from our veterinary team.
As the only agency in Montgomery County investigating cruelty and neglect involving all types of animals, our organization is often called into situations where conditions have escalated beyond what animals can endure. With this case, our team has now removed more than 300 animals from harmful or neglectful circumstances since January of this year alone.
Each of these animals represents a life that needed intervention—and a second chance.
Today, these cats and kittens are safe in our care. But their journey is just beginning. Many will need ongoing medical treatment, time to recover, and the opportunity to experience a safe and stable environment for the first time.
How You Can Help
In moments like this, our community plays a critical role in what happens next.
We are urgently in need of foster homes, especially for mother cats with very young kittens. These animals need a quiet, comfortable space where they can heal, grow, and begin to thrive outside of a shelter environment.
If you are interested in fostering, please contact our Foster Coordinator at (937) 902-2665 or email foster@hsdayton.org.
If fostering isn’t an option for you, you can still make a direct impact. Donations help provide essential medical care, food, shelter, and the resources needed to give these animals a second chance.
Please consider making a gift today using the form below.
This case remains an active investigation, and we will share updates as more information becomes available. For now, our focus remains where it belongs—on the care, recovery, and future of every animal who came through our doors.
