Animal welfare workers in Pennsylvania have revealed how they rescued animals used for bestial purposes from a dilapidated school bus pulling a trailer.
Police contacted SPCA officials after discovering the disabled school bus, which contained 30 birds, including chickens, roosters, ducks and turkeys.
Three German shepherds and an Australian shepherd were also removed from the vehicle.
A bull and a pony were found in the trailer hitched to the back of the bus, which, according to authorities, were “being used for bestial purposes.”
They added that the chickens were used to feed the dogs.
Animal welfare workers in Pennsylvania rescued more than two dozen animals from a dilapidated school bus pulling a makeshift trailer and were disgusted to discover what it was REALLY being used for.
Police contacted SPCA officials after discovering the disabled school bus, which contained 30 birds, including chickens, roosters, ducks and turkeys.
The local SPCA stated on Facebook: “This is a difficult situation that we don’t encounter often and is something we hope to never see again.”
The publication added: “I’m not going to go into too many details because, like I said, it’s been a very hard day.”
“This is not something we see every day and it is not something we ever want to see again.
‘The Adams County SPCA will be closed to the public until further notice. We need a few days to take care of the animals and get them the help they deserve!’
Sean Hershbein was arrested after police reviewed outstanding warrants in another state. And an unidentified woman was left with the vehicle.
Due to Herbein’s past offenses, all animals will be tested for human DNA. The tests are expected to cost about $10,000, an amount the state has agreed to pay.
Three German shepherds and an Australian shepherd were also removed from the vehicle.
A bull and a pony were found in the trailer hitched to the back of the bus, which, according to authorities, were “being used for bestial purposes.”
The SPCA said the chickens were used to feed the dogs on the school bus.
Fortunately, the SPCA said all the animals are in good physical condition “considering what they’ve been through.”
However, the Adams County SPCA will be closed to the public until further notice as they prioritize the care of rescued animals.
Donations to support rescue efforts can be made at your website.
Facebook users in the comments section were shocked by what the SPCA posted, and some doctors offered mental health services to the SCPA workers who rescued the animals.
Pictured: The makeshift trailer that was attached to the school bus, where the bull and pony were found.
The local SPCA stated on Facebook: “This is a difficult situation that we don’t encounter often and is something we hope to never see again.”
‘A doctor questions SPCA staff/volunteers after such events (as other first responders do)? If not, I’d like to help make it available to all of you if possible,” one user commented.
“As someone mentioned in a previous comment, it’s hard to unsee what you see when you come home and some of the things you’re subjected to can be traumatic in themselves.”
A third wrote: ‘Anyone who is disgusted by this repulsive situation should write to the people who are supposed to represent them in the state legislature.
“We need tougher penalties for cruelty and puppy mills need to be shut down.”
‘Praying for all the animals and those who responded. “I can’t even imagine what you’re processing,” said another.
