Twenty-seven dogs were seized from a South Union Street residence while another five were surrendered voluntarily by the owners, Craft said. Two other dogs had been brought to the shelter by the owners, who said they had found them and wanted to turn them in.
Questionable behavior led to a visit to the home by shelter staff, an eventual search warrant and the removals, Craft said.
Marie Davis, 52, and Charles Farmer, 48, of Troy each were charged with eight misdemeanor counts of neglect in county Municipal Court. Arraignments are scheduled for April 18.
Public Health condemned the house after urine and feces were found layered on floors, said Jane Tomcisin, environmental health director.
The shelter could use more foster homes for the dogs, Craft said. Information on acting as a foster and the process for adoption once the dogs are ready can be found on the shelter website at www.miamicountyohio.gov.
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