HSGD Saves 46 Dogs from Ohio Home
A Heartbreaking Discovery
On Monday, November 3, 2025, humane society agents from the Humane Society of Greater Dayton executed a search warrant at a home on West Main Street in New Lebanon following reports of a potential dog hoarding situation.
Inside the home, agents discovered 46 dogs and puppies living in extremely poor and unsafe conditions. The air was thick with the strong odor of ammonia from accumulated feces and urine. Many dogs suffered from overgrown nails, flea infestations, and malnourishment, while several nursing mothers were weak and underweight. Humane society agents also noted a clear lack of ongoing veterinary care. A small number of cats were also removed from inside the residence and from an outdoor enclosure.
The Rescue
When our humane society agents arrived, they knew immediate action was needed. One by one, each frightened animal was carried from the home—from tiny, days-old puppies to adult dogs as old as nine years. A small number of cats were also rescued from the home and from an outdoor enclosure nearby.
The scene was heartbreaking, but hope was finally on the horizon. Thanks to the swift response of our Humane Society Agents and the teamwork of the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center, every single animal was safely removed from harm and transported to our facility for care and recovery.
The Road to Recovery
Now safe within the care of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton, these dogs and cats are finally beginning their journey toward healing.
Our dedicated staff and volunteers are providing veterinary care, treatments, nourishing meals, clean bedding, and gentle human interaction. For many of these animals, it’s the first time they’ve ever experienced kindness or comfort.
The road ahead will take time, patience, and love—but for the first time, they are no longer suffering. They are safe. They are cared for. They are beginning to trust again.
The case remains under active investigation, and animal cruelty charges may be filed pending the outcome. The Humane Society of Greater Dayton encourages anyone who suspects animal neglect or cruelty to report it by calling (937) 262-8091 or by submitting a form online at www.hsdayton.org/report.
You Can Be Their Second Chance
Rescues like this require extensive resources—medical treatment, food, ongoing rehabilitation, and emotional support. As a nonprofit organization, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton depends entirely on the generosity of the community to provide life-saving care for animals in need.
You can make a difference in the lives of rescued animals in two important ways: by donating to support medical care, food, and ongoing rehabilitation, or by becoming a foster to provide a temporary, loving home while animals recover and prepare for adoption. Every contribution, whether financial or through fostering, gives these animals the second chance they deserve.
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$25 provides food and clean bedding for a rescued animal.
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$50 covers essential vaccines and wellness exams.
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$100 provides urgent veterinary treatment and medication.
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$250 or more supports long-term rehabilitation and recovery for animals rescued from cruelty and neglect.
Every dollar matters, and every act of kindness changes a life. To donate, visit www.hsdayton.org/donate. To become a foster and open your home to a rescued animal, visit www.hsdayton.org/foster.