MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) - A new animal advocacy group is pushing for stronger animal welfare laws after several dozen dogs were seized on South Carolina’s Grand Strand.
Local media report about 30 people turned out Wednesday for the first meeting of the Animal Voice Alliance.
Director Jen Seay says the group wants tougher animal welfare laws, particularly in Horry and Georgetown counties. The group plans monthly meetings, peaceful protests and animal welfare rallies.
Earlier this year, authorities confiscated 146 dogs from a Conway resident in what police termed a puppy mill case. Authorities said some of the dogs had open sores, broken bones and other health issues.
In March, Horry County police seized another 37 dogs, including some show dogs, from another couple in the Conway area.
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