All live roosters were brought into the care of the Houston SPCA and are currently receiving individualized treatment by a veterinary team, according to the nonprofit.
He says adopting a dog was the best thing to happen to him and calls Ada is his best friend! The Army Veteran is now striving to give a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves.
Officials at the scene said the animals were living inside a home that was packed with debris and filled with urine and feces throughout all the rooms. Some of the dogs were kept inside filthy wire kennels with little or no food and water.
Local shelters, already fighting to keep their doors open amid the constantly growing stray population, are now facing another challenge – finding new homes for senior owner-surrendered pets.