COLUMBUS – The offices of Columbus Humane were closed Wednesday as the agency continued the medical evaluation of approximately 600 birds recovered from a home in Clintonville Tuesday.
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— Columbus Humane (@columbushumane) August 14, 2018
The birds, which included parakeets, cockatiels, finches, and large exotic parrots, were found living in unsanitary conditions in what the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals described as “an extremely overcrowded 1,000 square-foot home” on Chase Road.
The ASPCA also assisted in transporting the birds to a temporary shelter where Columbus Humane will conduct medical assessments, veterinary forensic exams, and provide ongoing care of the animals, according to a release on the society’s website.
“We are now focused on assessing each bird individually and providing the best possible care,” Columbus Humane posted on its Facebook page.
A search warrant was executed Tuesday morning calling for the removal of the birds, some suffering from medical issues, missing feathers, and a lack of adequate care.
The society says the seizure was the result of a public complaint concerning living conditions and reports of animal neglect at the property.
The birds will be cared for at the temporary shelter by Columbus Humane until custody is determined by the court.