Cats Galore Rescued From Twin Sister Hoarders

Over 130 Cats Rescued from Houston Home in Major Animal Hoarding Case

More than 130 cats were rescued this week from a Houston home occupied by two elderly sisters, after an anonymous complaint was filed on Thursday. Upon entering the property, police officers—accompanied by a team of animal cruelty investigators—found a deeply distressing situation involving animal hoarding and unsanitary conditions.

“We’ve rescued many animals over the years—dogs, cats, even exotic pets—but this one was particularly extreme,” said Meera Nandlal, spokesperson for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA).

Inside the home, investigators encountered widespread neglect. Trash and fecal matter were found throughout the property, with overflowing litter boxes and excrement on piles of furniture and paper. The kitchen’s breakfast nook, reportedly the cleanest area of the home, was still knee-deep in waste. The odor of ammonia from accumulated urine and feces was strong enough to be detected from the sidewalk, prompting officers to wear gas masks as they searched for animals hiding throughout the residence.

In the garage, mounds of feces were reportedly stacked up to four feet high, with some cats burrowing into them to hide. One retired homicide investigator on the scene remarked, “I’ve never seen anything like this in my life.”

The majority of the rescued animals were in poor health. A deceased cat was found in the bathroom, and many others were suffering from malnutrition, fur loss, and severe upper respiratory infections. Some animals were bleeding from their noses and experiencing serious eye conditions. All of the rescued cats were transported to the SPCA for urgent medical treatment, vaccinations, and care.

The elderly sisters, both in their 60s, were cooperative with authorities. One has since gone to stay with a niece, while the other was taken to a hospital for medical evaluation after officers learned she had been diagnosed with terminal cancer. No criminal charges have been filed, and local authorities are working to ensure the women receive the support they need. Adult Protective Services has been contacted to assist with their well-being.

Neighbors expressed shock at the discovery. “We knew the house was run-down, but none of us expected that many cats,” one resident said. Another added, “They really tried their best, but it just got out of control. It’s hard to take care of that many animals.”

According to Nandlal, the cats are now receiving the attention they need and, depending on the outcome of the investigation, efforts will be made to place them in safe and loving homes.

By Stacy Feder

Sources:
ABCNews
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