CEDAR COUNTY, Iowa — Dozens of more dogs were rescued from what authorities described as a neglect situation at an unlicensed breeder’s properties on Friday, nearly two years after a similar rescue.

On Tuesday, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa announced that they had responded to a call from the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office requesting help with an animal neglect situation at two properties owned by the same unlicensed breeder. In total, the breeder surrendered 32 dogs to the ARL.

According to the sheriff’s office, the dogs were found living in “neglectful conditions” and didn’t have access to proper food, water, or shelter.

The ARL said that some of the dogs they rescued needed medical treatments ranging from surgeries to behavioral care.

In August 2023, the ARL said it responded to an animal rescue at properties owned by the same unlicensed breeder in Cedar County. During that rescue, 30 dogs were rescued and some of those dogs also need surgeries and behavioral care.

The name of the unlicensed breeder has not been released by authorities. An investigation into the dog rescue is being conducted by the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office.

With the rescue of the 32 dogs on Friday, the ARL said its dog kennels are now overflowing. Those interested in donating to the ARL to help care for the animals can learn more on the ARL’s website.

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