August 31, 2021, Danbury, NC – Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national nonprofit animal protection organization, responded to a request from authorities in Stokes County, NC to assist with over 90 animals living in deplorable conditions in and around a singlefamily residence. This rescue, dubbed Operation Dark Hollow, was ARC’s third rescue operation in 9 days.

‘We take animal neglect very seriously in our community,'' said Sheriff Joey Lemons, “and we’re very grateful to have a professional rescue organization support us in getting these animals the care they urgently need.”

Approximately 80 dogs, a horse, and a donkey were running loose and tethered on chains throughout the rural property, about 40 minutes north of WinstonSalem, along with 9 ducks, who were kept in an outdoor dog kennel. Almost none of the outside animals were provided with any shelter and thus were exposed to extreme heat and weather. All of the animals were malnourished and many of the dogs exhibited signs of severe matting, mange, fur loss, internal and external parasites, and eye infections.

The rescue came in advance of the flash flood watch issued for the region, with widespread heavy rains and thunderstorms expected as the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida moved over the region.

“Nothing on this property meets the needs of these animals,” said ARC Executive Director, Tim Woodward. “Their body conditions are poor and they're suffering from painful matting, mange, and other medical conditions consistent with longterm neglect. I’m relieved we were able to get these animals to safety before the heavy rains come.”

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