Animal Hoarding is often the result of good intentions that spin out of control.
Recently Atascosa County seized 29 dogs that were in a hoarding situation. The owner of the dogs said that she became overwhelmed trying to take care of the strays that were dumped on her property.
Here at Lone Star Hoarding cleanup, we often see similar situations when cleaning up animal hoarding properties, and recognize that animal hoarding often stems from a deep affection for animals. However, sometimes this behavior poses serious risks to both the occupants of the home and the animals themselves, while also causing damage to the physical structure.
According to the Hoarding of Animals Research Consortium, animal hoarding involves:
- Owning more companion animals than is typical.
- Failing to meet even basic standards of care, including nutrition, sanitation, shelter, and veterinary attention. This neglect often leads to illness and death among the animals due to starvation, the spread of disease, and untreated injuries or medical conditions.
- Denying the inability to provide adequate care and the negative impact of this neglect on the animals, household, and human occupants of the dwelling.
- Persisting in accumulating and controlling animals despite failing to meet their needs.
Most cases of animal hoarding require intervention by professionals trained to handle the unique challenges of the situation. In severe cases, it’s crucial that the cleanup of the home is conducted by a company equipped with the necessary expertise and equipment for animal hoarding remediation.
Our team approaches the cleaning process with sensitivity, discretion, and without judgment, ensuring that the situation is handled with care and compassion.
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