Two Hundred & Ninety-eight Dogs Rescued from a Horrific Hoarding Situation in Ensenada, Mexico

(Photo courtesy of Street Dog Hero)

In a heartbreaking case of animal hoarding, 298 dogs were recently confiscated from a property in Ensenada, Mexico, where they were found living in unimaginable conditions. Most of the dogs were crammed into tiny metal cages, trapped in complete darkness, suffering from malnutrition, untreated injuries and severe neglect. The scale and severity of the abuse are truly shocking.

In response, Street Dog Hero, a Central Oregon-based nonprofit dedicated to rescuing dogs in need, is stepping up to help. In just two weeks, the organization will welcome 10 of the rescued dogs to Oregon, where they will receive critical medical care and begin the journey toward finding loving homes.

“Rescue is tough everywhere right now,” says Marianna Cox, founder of Street D