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Police and animal control officers rescued 103 dogs from a home in Auburn, WA.

The animals, mostly Chiweenies, were discovered during a welfare check and surrendered by the owner.

The rescue took place over several days, with help from Auburn Valley Humane Society and partnering organizations.

AUBURN, Wash. - Police and animal control officers rescued 103 dogs from a home in Auburn this week, marking one of the largest animal rescue efforts in the city’s history.

(Auburn Police Department)

By the numbers:

According to the Auburn Police Department (APD), officials initially responded to perform a routine welfare check for about five adult dogs and seven puppies. When Animal Control Officer Ray Peckham entered the two-bedroom duplex, they discovered more than 50 dogs.

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