Huge LA animal rescue
About 700 dogs and cats were seized in a large enforcement operation at a Lake Hughes property in Los Angeles County after complaints of neglect and overcrowding; multiple animal‑control agencies took part and animals are being evaluated and readied for adoption ( ). Shelters are ramping up adoption events—White Plains Tractor Supply will host a multi‑shelter adoption day on March 28, and local papers are highlighting adoptables like “Noodle” and “Rocky” this week ( ).
Officials identified the animals as being in the custody of Christine De’Anda, operator of Rock N Pawz Animal Rescue. (ktla.com) A search warrant for alleged animal‑welfare violations was served on the morning of March 20, 2026 in the 46000 block of 266th Street West in Lake Hughes, and investigators said the warrant was executed around 7 a.m. that day. (abc7news.com) Following full access to the property, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control revised its on‑site assessment and estimated about 250 dogs and 66 cats were recovered; officials cautioned those counts remain preliminary as evaluations continue. (scvnews.com) The department said more than 70 DACC staff were on scene and that personnel from spcaLA, Pasadena Humane and Kern County Animal Services assisted; representatives from L.A. County Public Works, Public Health and Regional Planning were also present for other alleged violations. (laist.com) DACC Director Marcia Mayeda urged the public to help by adopting or donating to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation and announced county animal care centers would open extended hours (11 a.m.–5 p.m.) on Sunday, March 22 to expand placement efforts. (abc7news.com) Investigators from the L.A. County district attorney’s office were on site and officials said no arrests or charges had been filed at the time of reporting; animals needing emergency care were to be transported to veterinary hospitals while others were moved to DACC centers for triage and further evaluation. (nytimes.com)
