Long Island animal sanctuary slapped with 112 counts of neglect

A Long Island livestock sanctuary, Double D Bar Ranch, is facing 112 counts of animal neglect for depriving cows, goats, horses, pigs, and other animals of food, water, and shelter, leading to diseases and malnutrition. The ranch, in operation since 1999, was reported for filthy conditions and hoarding tendencies by anthrozoologist John Di Leonardo, who helped rescue dozens of animals from the site. Despite claiming to be a charity shelter for abused animals, the ranch’s owner is accused of prioritizing profit over animal welfare, showcasing signs of compulsive hoarding behavior.

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