DNYUZ
  • Home
  • News
    • U.S.
    • World
    • Politics
    • Opinion
    • Business
    • Crime
    • Education
    • Environment
    • Science
  • Entertainment
    • Culture
    • Music
    • Movie
    • Television
    • Theater
    • Gaming
    • Sports
  • Tech
    • Apps
    • Autos
    • Gear
    • Mobile
    • Startup
  • Lifestyle
    • Arts
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Health
    • Travel
No Result
View All Result
DNYUZ
No Result
View All Result
Home News

Over 100 cats found sweltering in California van; owner arrested on cruelty charges

July 2, 2025
in News
Over 100 cats found sweltering in California van; owner arrested on cruelty charges
496
SHARES
1.4k
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

A California woman has been arrested on dozens of cruelty charges after deputies said she left over 100 cats in a U-Haul van, enduring extreme heat.

Merced County Sheriff’s deputies discovered the 134 cats, 28 of which were dead, about 5:30 p.m. Sunday in the parking lot of a Taco Bell in Santa Nella.

Arriving deputies first on the scene observed at least 20 cats in distress through the vehicle’s window.

Animal control officers were quickly dispatched. No food or water was located inside the vehicle.

The felines ranged in age from one week to 8 years old.

All the cats were seized and taken to the Merced County Animal Shelter and later under the care of the Atwater Veterinary Center.

Once the cats are medically cleared, they will be available for adoption, deputies said.

Over 100 cats in a California van.
The felines ranged in age from one week to 8 years old. Merced County Sheriff’s Office
A sheriff's deputy holds a cat, another cat is in a carrier.
Once the cats are medically cleared, they will be available for adoption, deputies said. Merced County Sheriff’s Office

“Once the cats are healthy enough to be adopted, they will be posted on the Merced County Animal Shelter’s webpage, as well as on the Merced Sheriff Animal Services’ social media platforms,” deputies said Tuesday.

The owner of the cats, identified as a 69-year-old woman from Long Beach, was arrested on 93 counts of animal cruelty and booked into the Merced County Jail.

“The Merced County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind the public that leaving any animal in a vehicle during the summer months is very dangerous,” deputies said. “On a warm day, temperatures inside a car can soar to extreme levels in just a few minutes, even with the windows open.”

Over 100 cats found sweltering in a van.
The owner of the cats was ultimately arrested on 93 counts of animal cruelty. Merced County Sheriff’s Office
Over 100 cats and dogs crammed inside a U-Haul van.
Arriving deputies first on the scene observed at least 20 cats in distress through the vehicle’s window. Merced County Sheriff’s Office

This can lead to heatstroke, dehydration and even death of the animal left inside, authorities added.

“Please ensure that when you’re traveling with your pet, they’re provided with a cool place to stay, offering plenty of shade, lots of water and food,” the sheriff’s office said.

The post Over 100 cats found sweltering in California van; owner arrested on cruelty charges appeared first on New York Post.

Tags: animal abuseAnimalsCaliforniacats
Share198Tweet124Share
Dozens of shelter pets flown from Southern California to Washington to ease overcrowding
News

Dozens of shelter pets flown from Southern California to Washington to ease overcrowding

by KTLA
July 31, 2025

More than 40 shelter animals were transported out of Riverside County over the weekend as part of a continued effort ...

Read more
News

China Summons Nvidia Over ‘Backdoor Security’ Risks of A.I. Chips

July 31, 2025
News

Trump slaps India with 25% tariff — in an attempt to influence Russia

July 31, 2025
News

France condemns Spanish minister’s remark on Jewish teens

July 31, 2025
News

Corporate Britain is getting flirty with Nigel Farage

July 31, 2025
Leanne Morgan’s Netflix Sitcom Really Wants to Be the New ‘Reba’

Leanne Morgan’s Netflix Sitcom Really Wants to Be the New ‘Reba’

July 31, 2025
Emma Thompson Returning To World Of ‘Sense And Sensibility’ With Audible Podcast Sequel Starring Erin Doherty, Jessica Gunning & Naomi Ackie

Emma Thompson Returning To World Of ‘Sense And Sensibility’ With Audible Podcast Sequel Starring Erin Doherty, Jessica Gunning & Naomi Ackie

July 31, 2025
The Philanthropy Fighting Trump’s Budget Cuts Without Blaming Trump

The Philanthropy Fighting Trump’s Budget Cuts Without Blaming Trump

July 31, 2025

Copyright © 2025.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • U.S.
    • World
    • Politics
    • Opinion
    • Business
    • Crime
    • Education
    • Environment
    • Science
  • Entertainment
    • Culture
    • Gaming
    • Music
    • Movie
    • Sports
    • Television
    • Theater
  • Tech
    • Apps
    • Autos
    • Gear
    • Mobile
    • Startup
  • Lifestyle
    • Arts
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Health
    • Travel

Copyright © 2025.