The Tuscarawas County Humane Society “Pugglepalooza”
Get your application in before September 5 if you want to adopt at our Puggapalooza. Dog Adoption Application – Tuscarawas County Humane Society
On July 14, 2026, Tuscarawas County Humane Agent executed a search warrant at a property in Sandyville after receiving reports of deplorable living conditions and a large number of dogs living on the premises.
Nothing could have prepared the staff and Humane Agent for what was found.
The conditions inside the home were unimaginable, and every room seemed to reveal even more animals. Just when we thought we had found them all, there were more.
With the assistance of the Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office and the Tuscarawas County Dog Pound, Humane Agent, Shelter Director, and Kennel Manager safely removed 32 dogs from what can only be described as a house of horrors.
This week, the Tuscarawas County Municipal Court granted Tuscarawas County Humane Society custody of all 32 dogs. Animal cruelty charges are currently pending.
The road to recovery has only just begun.
Many of these dogs arrived covered in fleas, resulting in severe anemia and painful skin infections. Several are also being treated for eye infections and corneal ulcerations. Every single one requires medical care, proper nutrition, patience, and love.
Our team is working tirelessly alongside our veterinary partners to give these dogs the second chance they deserve. Once they have been medically cleared and are healthy enough, they will be available for adoption so they can finally experience the loving homes they’ve always deserved.
How You can help.
Caring for 32 dogs is an enormous undertaking, and every donation directly supports their food, medications, veterinary treatment, and daily care as they heal.
If you would like to help these dogs on their journey, donations can be made at http://tuschumanesociety.
Tuscarawas County Humane Society
1432 Tall Timber Rd. NW
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Thank you for standing beside us and helping animals who have no voice. Together, we can give these 32 dogs the future they deserve.