Trussville Puppy Mill Investigated By Police

TRUSSVILLE, AL - A total of 83 dogs were rescued this week from a puppy mill in Trussville, and Trussville police say charges will likely be filed against the owner of the mill.

According to a report by Alabama Media Group, Trussville police officers on Monday were called to meet an animal control officer at a home of Floyd Bradford Road. Lt. Phil Dillon said The Greater Birmingham Humane Society received a complaint that there were numerous dogs at that address that may be considered neglected or abused.

Trussville police determined that the conditions of the property were "deemed unsanitary for all of the animals on the property."

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"It has been a very sad week for animals in our community with the passing of a dog left in a car in extreme heat and a puppy mill bust," said a Greater Birmingham Humane Society social media post Friday. "GBHS Chief Executive Officer, Allison Black Cornelius, urges citizens to remember these two cases when the next legislative session begins and offer your support to promote legislation that protects animals in our state."

Read about the woman arrested for leaving her dog in her car here:

Woman Who Left Dog To Die In Hot Car Charged With Felony

Trussville police said two charges - cruelty to animals and operating a business without a license - against the owner of the puppy mill are actively still under investigation.

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