REDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A total of 37 cats have now been rescued from a Redford Township home following an animal hoarding investigation.
Michigan Humane is caring for 34 cats removed from the property, along with two kittens that were born after the animals were taken into care.
Animal control officials said another cat was found in a live trap Thursday (July 9) morning, bringing the total number of rescued cats to 37.
The home at the center of the investigation was previously declared an imminent danger to public health.
Authorities have cited the owner, who could face potential animal cruelty charges.
Officials have not released additional details about the condition of the animals or the status of the investigation.
Michigan Humane is providing medical care and shelter for the rescued cats as the case moves forward.