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Public raises repeated animal cruelty complaints over Artesian Road ranch; supervisors say staff has investigated
Summary
Multiple callers told the San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Aug. 13 that horses and other animals at a ranch on Artesian Road are neglected or abused. Supervisor Jim Desmond summarized county staff activity and said Animal Services has inspected the property multiple times and will continue to respond.
Dozens of members of the public urged the San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Aug. 13 to take stronger action after repeated reports that horses at a ranch on Artesian Road are suffering neglect or abuse.
Speakers said animals are starving, living in feces and at risk from heat exposure; several called on the county to seize and relocate the animals and to hold responsible parties criminally accountable. Supervisor Jim Desmond read a staff summary saying county personnel have repeatedly visited and communicated with the property owners and community advocates and will continue to monitor the situation.
The public comments came during the meeting's non-agenda public comment period. Multiple callers who identified themselves as…
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