LEVITTOWN, Pa. (WPVI) — Authorities in Bucks County removed more than 30 cats and kittens from a Levittown home this week after investigators say the animals were found living in filthy and unsafe conditions.
Bristol Township police’s animal control officer and the Bucks County SPCA responded to the house on Orchid Lane on Tuesday morning.
According to the SPCA, this is not the first time they have been called to the property. The 62-year-old homeowner surrendered the animals and now faces animal cruelty charges.
“It’s sad,” a neighbor said, reacting to images showing the cats and kittens inside the home.
Cindy Kelly, communications and development director for the Bucks County SPCA, said the scene reflected a severe hoarding situation.
“The conditions were pretty bad. It’s a hoarding situation. The house was quite full and unsanitary,” she said.
Kelly said the cats were suffering from upper respiratory infections, severe wounds, and malnourishment. SPCA staff began treating them immediately.
“They’ve all been tucked in. They’re clean. They’re safe. They’re warm. They’re decompressing, so we’re optimistic everyone will make a recovery,” Kelly said.
Neighbors said they had been worried about the animals for some time and reported it to police.
“The cats don’t look well. They’ve been in the winter storm and everything. Just concerned about the outdoor cats and there may be a concern with cats inside as well,” one neighbor said.
Another added, “Ain’t no reason to have them if you’re going to mistreat them. At least they’ll be taken care of now.”
Kelly emphasized that animal hoarding often involves people who are also struggling.
“We also empathize that this person is living in a situation they are struggling with as well,” she said.
She encouraged anyone overwhelmed by the number of animals in their care to seek help.
“We want people to reach out for help. We want people to know that the shelter is a safe place to ask for help. Our goal is to save animals,” said Kelly.
The SPCA says the rescued cats will be made available for adoption once they are healthy. Kelly added that the homeowner has been connected with agencies offering support for her own well-being.
As temperatures warm up, Kelly reminds owners to get their cats spayed or neutered to avoid unwanted litters. You can schedule an appointment with the shelter for service.
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