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Bodies of 117 Dogs Are Found at ‘No-Kill’ Sanctuary in California, Sheriff Says
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Investigators at a Northern California no-kill animal sanctuary uncovered the bodies of 117 dogs, 21 dog skulls, and hundreds of bones during a search on the property.
- X-rays of 70 dogs found on-site revealed evidence of bullet fragments, indicating possible shooting as a cause of death.
- The investigation centers on allegations of animal cruelty and fraud related to the disappearance of approximately 730 animals placed at Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary since January 2025.
- Authorities discovered a barn area likely used for killing dogs and found 600 dog collars, as well as additional decomposed canine remains in a field that were documented but left undisturbed.
- Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, with extensive data to analyze and witnesses to interview.
