Lawson and Rudy lived at the address on Richard Street in Dayton where “Bo” the Doberman, “Bubba” the dachshund, “Max” the dachshund mix and “Annie” the Jack Russell terrier-mix lived. Carter did not reside at the Richard Street address, but “Bo” is licensed to her (“Bo” was the only one properly licensed) and was being cared for at that address, Sexton said.
All of the dogs were in the care of Lawson and Rudy, Sexton said the investigation shows.
When ARC animal control officers seized the dogs in late July, they were in various stages of suffering from flea infestation, allergies, skin conditions and pain from scratching in an effort to alleviate those conditions.
All of the dogs are “doing better,” Sexton said.
FIRST REPORT (Sept. 2)
Three people have been charged with misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals stemming from the seizure of four emaciated dogs from the 2000 block of Richard Street in Dayton in late July.
Carla Carter, Justin Lawson and Savannah Rudy each are charged with one of first- and two counts of second-degree cruelty. The City of Dayton Prosecutor’s Office approved the charges this week, according to a statement from the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center issued this afternoon.
According to ARC, an emaciated Doberman named “Bo,” “Annie,” “Max” and “Bubba” were removed from the address July 25 and taken in for evaluation and treatment.
“Bo” was in the worst condition, according to ARC, being more than 30 pounds under ideal weight. The care and treatment for all of the dogs has been ongoing and the investigation has concluded, according to the agency’s statement.
The possible penalty for a first-degree misdemeanor is 180 days in jail and $1,000 fine.
The possible penalty for a second-degree misdemeanor is 90 days in jail and $750 fine.
According to ARC officials, the case is set for a hearing on Sept. 6, in Dayton Municipal Court. Arraignment is set for the same date following the impound hearing.
Meantime, the dogs remain in the care of the ARC and are not available for adoption.
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