Catoosa County Dog Rescue Highlights Growing Animal Abuse Crisis in North Georgia

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State animal investigators removed 32 dogs from a Catoosa County home this week amid an ongoing investigation into alleged abuse, marking the second significant animal rescue in North Georgia in a month. The investigation began on August 1 when authorities discovered 20 dogs in unsanitary conditions, leading to the execution of a search warrant on Tuesday. Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper emphasized the state's commitment to combating animal abuse, with criminal charges pending based on the investigation's findings.