⚠️ IMPORTANT MESSAGE REGARDING ANIMAL RESCUE CONCERNS⚠️

August 10, 2026

I’m sorry that I even have to put a message like this out there, but recently I have received SEVERAL concerns and complaints involving animal rescues and organizations.

If you have a legitimate concern regarding the care, treatment, condition, adoption practices, or operation of an animal shelter or rescue, please understand that there are official channels available to report those concerns.

I have also been advised that concerns which may involve possible criminal activity or immediate animal welfare issues should be reported to the appropriate local law enforcement agency.

THE ECSPCA IS NOT TAKING NEW CASES CURRENTLY AND ARE ASKED PPL TO CONTACT THEIR LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT.

https://agriculture.ny.gov/animals/pet-dealer-and-shelter-rescue-complaint-form

New York State also provides an official Pet Dealer and Shelter/Rescue Complaint Form through the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets:

PLEASE HELP US KEEP ALL ANIMALS SAFE.

If something does not seem right, document your concerns and report them through the proper channels. Please do not make accusations on social media when a matter can be properly documented and investigated by the appropriate authorities.

And please be careful when donating, adopting, fostering, or sending money to anyone claiming to operate a rescue. Ask questions. Verify the organization. Request veterinary documentation when appropriate. A legitimate rescue should be concerned about the health, safety, and proper placement of the animals in its care.

Animals that are ill or receiving treatment require appropriate veterinary care and proper disclosure of their medical condition. If you have concerns about an animal’s health or believe an organization is violating New York State requirements, report the concern rather than ignoring it.

This isn’t about attacking legitimate rescues. There are MANY incredible rescues doing everything possible with limited resources every single day.

This is about protecting the animals. ❤️🐾They cannot speak for themselves, so sometimes we have to be their voice.

Please stay vigilant, please don’t allow yourself to be scammed, and most importantly, please help us keep ALL of our animals safe.

One response to “⚠️ IMPORTANT MESSAGE REGARDING ANIMAL RESCUE CONCERNS⚠️”

Erie Co. Blotter / SM

August 10, 2026 at 4:29 pm

⚠️ IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION REGARDING THE SPCA ⚠️

I want to clear up any possible confusion from my previous post.

Please do NOT take my message to mean that the SPCA is no longer conducting investigations. They absolutely ARE.

Their officers continue to investigate animal cruelty and welfare cases. However, their current caseload is extremely heavy, and they are also working to bring additional qualified officers onto their team. Because of that workload, new concerns may currently be directed to local law enforcement for assistance and investigation.

If you have the appropriate qualifications and are interested in this type of work, I also encourage you to watch for employment opportunities and consider applying.

Most importantly, my previous message was NOT directed at the SPCA, its investigators, or its officers in any negative way. The SPCA is aware of the concerns involved, and I continue to have tremendous respect for the work their officers do every day.

The message was posted regarding an entirely separate issue involving concerns that have been brought to my attention and was intended to help make sure people know where they can report those concerns and how to protect animals appropriately.

Please do not turn this into criticism of the SPCA or its officers. That was never the purpose of the message.

Thank you for allowing me to clarify. 🐾❤️

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