Tulsa SPCA asking for volunteers, donations after ‘puppy mill’ surrender

TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa SPCA and Oklahoma Alliance for Animals is asking for volunteers and donations after helping in a massive breeder surrender earlier this week.

The Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Office asked for help after investigating a case in Ada where 75 living large dogs were found on a property, the Tulsa SPCA said. There were also carcasses found on the property.

The Oklahoma Alliance for Animals stepped in to help and so did the Tulsa SPCA.

The Tulsa SPCA made room to help provide urgent medical care and housing for 64 of the dogs and assisted with transportation from the site, the Tulsa SPCA said.

Another group of 13 dogs were transported to OAA’s veterinary partner.

“The conditions of the dogs are – simply put – horrific,” the Tulsa SPCA, said. “They are extremely matted. They are caked in feces and urine. And nearly all the dogs are suffering from anemia related to truly incomprehensible infestations of fleas, ticks, and maggots.”

Multiple dogs are receiving advanced medical treatment due to severe blood loss, and sadly one has had to be humanely euthanized due to her condition, the Tulsa SPCA said.

“The dogs belonged to what we believe is a licensed breeder from a situation that cannot be described than anything other than a puppy mill,” the Tulsa SPCA said. “They lived, ate, drank, slept, and bred in small hot pens in their own filth.”

Now the Tulsa SPCA is asking for help as they work to take care of the rescues.

VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers are needed to clean, feed, and socialize the dogs. Many have had very little human interaction and have no concept of a leash or a kind human touch. If you can give your time to helping these poor pups, email giving@tulsaspca.org.

FOSTERS: If you’re able to foster, please email giving@tulsaspca.org to be directed to the proper paperwork to get started.

FINANCIAL DONATIONS: The dogs are all going to need extensive medical care and grooming, which is going to be very costly. OAA and Tulsa SPCA are raising funds to help cover all the dogs’ medical care. Donations will be combined and used to cover costs associated for both organizations. Any additional funds raised over the cost of these dogs’ care will go to other animals in need. Donate using the button below or donate on the website at https://tulsaspca.org/donate/ - In the comments section on the donation form, add “hoarding” so we know your donation should be used for this purpose. Tulsa SPCA’s Amazon Wish List can be found here.

DROP-OFF DONATIONS: Given the dogs’ conditions, heavy duty/high-quality grooming blades and clippers are needed. The matting is breaking any low-quality clippers or blades. Other items needed include: poop scoops, 3-5 quart water buckets (preferably stainless steel), medium/large martingale collars, medium/large front clip harnesses, large metal food bowls, hoses and sprayers, Purina One dry dog food, Purina One canned puppy food, and paper towels. If you have some to donate, drop them off during Tulsa SPCA’s operating hours (or email giving@tulsaspca.org for more info).

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