SAC CITY — Authorities said the owner of dozens of dogs rescued from a farm in rural Sac County has relinquished ownership of the animals, clearing the way for them to be made available for adoption.
Eighty-seven dogs, mostly cocker spaniels, and one cat were rescued two weeks ago. Some of the dogs are pregnant.
Sac County Attorney Ben Smith said the owner gave up ownership to the Sheriff's Office on Friday. The sheriff's Office, in turn, gave the animals to the rescue shelters caring for them.
A court order says the owner will reimburse Sac County for expenses incurred in taking care of the animals since their removal on Jan. 25. Expenses total more than $25,000.
Smith said he expects charges will be filed in the case next week. — AP
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