34 dogs seized from Washington County property ready for adoption

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Some happy human and dog faces left the Washington County Humane Society Monday, April 10. The first round of Jack Russell Terriers rescued from deplorable conditions last month in the Town of Wayne have been given a greenlight for adoption.

Rolly Cannoli's got new toys and a new mommy, his first human to love. 

"These dogs have never lived in a home. They've never had a bonding relationship with a human," said Kay Amland, Washington County Humane Society executive director. 

Cannoli's a survivor, one of 34 dogs that endured deplorable conditions in the Town of Wayne. Deputies found most outdoors in January, some in tiny crates, with empty pizza boxes and no running water. 

"We do know that he was feeding them roadkill," said Amland. 

"It's heartbreaking. It's really heartbreaking when you see something like that," said Steven Ohrumnd, Pepperoni's new dad. 

Ohrumnd's committed to doing the hard work with Pepperoni to break her out of her shell. 

"I can't even imagine what they were going through. But then when they got here, they started to acclimate and they've been very good going for their walks," said Amland. 

Two puppies -- Jelly Bean and Gumdrop -- seem outgoing already. And they're ready for adoption. Twenty-six others are still being monitored, some with health issues because of what they went through. 

"I have a huge yard here in West Bend and he's gonna have a great life. Now you're being really calm. In the house, before, you were like zoom, zoom, zoom, zoom zoom," said Karen Wacchnolz, Rolly Cannoli's new mom. 

Karen and Rolly Cannoli led us inside his new forever home.

"And I’m gonna get him a regular bed, but I wasn't sure what size he is, so we're gonna take care of that this week. Other than that, he loves sleeping on the pillow already," said Waccholz. 

Russel Quaas, 67, faces numerous counts of animal neglect. 

According to the Washington County Humane Society, spaying and neutering the dogs started this week and will continue in the coming weeks. Daily care, including exercise, and plenty of attention and love will continue. 

The dogs are available for adoption now. Folks can meet the dogs on Monday from 1-7 p.m., Wednesday from 1-8 p.m., and Thursday/Friday/Saturday from 1-5 p.m.

The Washington County Humane Society says the dogs' care and medical costs have surpassed $40,000. If you'd like to donate, CLICK HERE.

A plea hearing for Quaas is set for May 8.