ANIMAL NEGLECT INVESTIGATED IN WATONWAN COUNTY

Authorities are investigating animal neglect after several dogs were found dead at a rural property in Watonwan County.  Deputies say the property owner discovered the animals while checking on a non-profit rescue operating there.  The Animal Humane Society’s Critical Response Team removed surviving dogs for veterinary care.  It’s not known how many deceased and alive animals there were.  An investigation report has been sent to the county attorney for review and charges are possible.  The case remains active and no other details have been released.