What started as a Lansing police call yesterday ended with 26 cats and one dog being hauled out of a house and into the care of Ingham County animal-control officers, authorities said. All of the animals were taken to the county shelter for medical evaluations.
Officers were called yesterday to a home in the 1500 block of Indiana Avenue after reports that numerous animals were living in unsanitary conditions, according to ClickOnDetroit. The outlet reports the animals were then transported to Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter for triage and care.
Officers Seek Felony Neglect Charges
Animal-control officials said they plan to send a report to the Ingham County Prosecutor’s Office requesting felony animal-neglect charges, FOX47 reported. It was not immediately clear whether prosecutors had filed any charges or whether anyone in the home had been arrested.
Animals Being Treated At County Shelter
The county shelter said the animals are undergoing medical evaluations and care, and staff are asking the public for help managing the sudden influx, WILX noted. Donations of dry or wet cat and kitten food can be dropped off or mailed to the shelter, and the shelter’s website has information for people interested in fostering.
How To Report Suspected Cruelty
Ingham County’s official animal-control page lists several ways to report suspected animal cruelty, including emailing [email protected], calling 517-676-8310, or submitting an online complaint, according to Ingham County Animal Control. The shelter’s main intake location is at 600 Buhl Street in Mason.
Local Context
This is one of several multi-animal seizures in Ingham County in recent years. A 2025 investigation found 15 dead cats and several survivors at another residence, and other incidents have led to dozens of animals being removed at once, illustrating recurring neglect and added strain on shelter resources, according to CBS Detroit.
