Sunday, January 3, 2010

Characteristics of six recent animal hoarding cases in Manitoba

The Canadian Veterinary Journal:

By: Amanda I. Reinisch

Abstract:
Six recent cases of animal hoarding in Manitoba were compared to the relevant literature. Cases were similar to previous reports in age and demographics of hoarders. Five cases involved small mammals and 1 case involved horses. Understanding this phenomenon would be enhanced by consistent investigative format and reporting and closer working relationships with public health..." More