Officials at Lollypop Farm say they had a particularly busy day recently as the result of investigations into animal welfare.
Last Thursday, humane officers from the Fairport-based organization responded to a call for assistant from Rochester Police, and seized 10 roosters and 12 hens. Authorities say they were apparently being groomed and trained to fight at a house on Wilder Street in Rochester. Humane officers are still investigating and they say that possession of animals with the intent to use them to fight is a felony offense.
Also last Thursday, Lollypop Farm took in 27 adult dogs, 5 puppies and 3 cats. Officials say they were living in a Penfield home under unsanitary conditions. They say the homeowner was not able to care for the animals and voluntarily surrendered them to the shelter.
Lollypop Farm says the animals are now undergoing evaluation and they are not yet available for adoption.
