MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – A 39-year-old Wisconsin woman was arrested on Saturday, July 18, after a search warrant executed at her home discovered several dead animals.
The Madison Police Department, along with Public Health Madison and Dane County Animal Services, is investigating a home pet care business as two different dog owners reported they could not pick up their pets as scheduled.
One of the dogs was found dead in the area, and a second dog was reportedly found as a stray and reunited with its owners. According to the release, officers with both departments executed a search warrant at a home in the 2100 block of Gilbert Road on July 17.
Officers reported that they found 14 living dogs, who were subsequently taken to the Dane County Humane Society for examinations and further care. Multiple deceased animals were found in the home.
The homeowner, identified as 39-year-old Laura Woodward, was arrested a day later on 14 counts of mistreatment of animals.
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Officers are asking anybody with information to reach out and contact Madison Area Crime Stoppers at (608) 266-6014. Anonymity is available online by clicking here.
No additional details are available.
