Over 50 canines and puppies have been rescued after being present in freezing circumstances, with no entry to meals or water, at a house in New Mexico.

The uncared for canines have been residing outdoor in filthy, crowded pens on the property in San Miguel County, the Humane Society of america mentioned in a press launch.

All of the canines have been capable of breed freely. One pet was discovered lifeless whereas an grownup canine, presumably its mom, whimpered close by. Veterinarians famous that a number of of the opposite canines have been pregnant.

Native authorities requested help from the Humane Society of america after issues had been raised concerning the animals' welfare. Authorities obtained a search and seizure warrant for the house and officers arrived on March 14 to search out the canines.

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Rescuers labored within the icy circumstances to retrieve the canines, avoiding damaged glass, wires and different particles discovered discarded within the pens.

The Humane Society mentioned among the canines hid from the rescuers behind the makeshift plywood constructions, whereas others appeared curious and approached them.

The canines might be transported to a brief shelter the place they are going to be medically examined and obtain "much-needed" care, the Humane Society mentioned. Volunteer responders from the nonprofit group RedRover are working with the society to look after the animals.

An area court docket in New Mexico will decide the place the canines will go subsequent.

Footage of the canines earlier than the rescue present them crammed into the picket pens. The pens seem flimsy and one canine could be seen balancing on wire that's holding them collectively. One other animal was pictured standing in a bowl, surrounded in mud. A number of puppies have been found hiding underneath a porch.

In a video of the rescue, officers could be seen coaxing the timid puppies out from their hiding place. One massive canine could be seen cramped in what seems to be a tiny, picket field.

Jessica Johnson, senior director of animal crimes for the Humane Society of america, mentioned in a press launch that these canines had been residing in a "fairly dire state of affairs."

"They're determined for sources and sufficient residing circumstances to fulfill even their most simple wants. It feels good to get them out of right here," she mentioned.

Johnson added that the Humane Society was grateful to the 4th Judicial District Legal professional's Workplace, San Miguel County Sheriff's Workplace and RedRover for his or her help within the rescue.