Reward offered for information in case of 26 abandoned puppies, dogs Published Reward offered for information in case of 26 abandoned puppies, dogs The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County is offering a $4,500 reward for any information leading to an arrest and conviction into an animal abuse investigation. LAKE MARY, Fla. - The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County is offering a $4,500 reward for any information leading to an arrest and conviction into an animal abuse investigation. A week ago, 26 dogs and puppies were rescued after they were found piled into a small wire crate and abandoned on a dirt road, without food, water, or shelter.