Hundreds of animals were found in catastrophic conditions after being rescued from a property in Fort St. James by the BC SPCA. In a press release issued on Tuesday, the organization shared that it had confiscated 120 cats and three small dogs from the property. The animals were kept in dirty and dangerous conditions in a trailer. Many of them were emaciated and suffered from upper respiratory tract infections, extreme flea infestations, urine burns, eye infections, dental problems, ear mites and sores. “The entrance and the corridor to the bedrooms were covered with layers of feces and the whole trailer was very hot and full of an excessive smell of ammonia due to the accumulation of urine,” said Eileen Drever, senior officer for protection and relations. BC SPCA said in a statement. “The stool and urine were so thick that the boot covers were removed in a few steps due to sticking.” Most of the cats were found hidden in kitchen cabinets, under the refrigerator and under furniture in the sparsely decorated trailer. “There was no water for any of the animals. “Some of the dry cat food was strewn on the floor, but the food was contaminated with urine and feces,” Drever said. . . » He notes that many of the cats had difficulty breathing. The three Chihuahuas seized are being treated for dental disease, hair loss and grooming problems. In addition to the 123 animals rescued from the property, the BC SPCA also found 130 dead cats in freezers behind a trailer where the same people were staying at the Vanderhoof. “Every time we encounter animal hoarding situations it is catastrophic for both animals and humans,” Drever said. “We are so happy that we were called in time to save the remaining animals.” Confiscated cats and dogs are cared for in SPCA shelters and will continue to receive ongoing veterinary care. The SPCA will work around the clock for emergency animal care due to poor living conditions. “Our animal welfare officers are responding to many large-scale cases like this one in recent months, which is putting a lot of pressure on our resources as our shelters are already very busy,” Drever said. “The BC SPCA is grateful for anyone who can donate to help offset the cost of caring for these animals.” “In the event that donations exceed the cost of Emergency Care, the funds will be made available for the next major need.” For a donation, click here. Photo: Contributed