OCONTO COUNTY (WTAQ)- Animal Rescuers are working hard to help dozens of cats saved from an Oconto County residence.
More than 60 cats were rescued from a hoarding situation.
Wisconsin Humane Society Marketing Coordinator Lori Nachtwey says not only are the cats unhealthy, but many need to help bouncing back socially.
“It is taking them that long to understand and trust and human person again to act like a cat.”
The cats are being tested for ringworm, many had infections and some had missing eyes.
Nachtwey says if one cat has ringworm, it is so contagious that all of the cats will have to be treated.
“Almost all of them had upper respiratory infections. We found ear mites and skin conditions.”
Of the 42 cats that the Wisconsin Humane Society has rescued, they say they are with them for the long haul, no matter how long that takes to get them in a safe home.
“We do not ever euthanize for lack of time or space,” Nachtwey said. “We will keep them as long as it takes.”
She expects that some of the cats will transition to a forever home by going to a foster family first.
Based on the circumstances, Oconto County Sheriff, Ed Janke, says he does not believe there will be any charges filed by the district attorney’s office.
