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Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR){ }
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR){ }
Kristine Hicks, 51, is charged with animal cruelty in the case of 88 German shepherds that were rescued from a Texas breeding operation. (Hopkins County Sheriff's Office)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)
Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR)

88 German Shepherds saved, dozens sent to Florida after FBI raid at Texas breeding ranch

Federal agents rescued 88 German Shepherds from a Texas breeding operation after uncovering horrific abuse and evidence that dogs were killed to conceal cruelty. The December 29 raid at Giant German Shepherd Ranch in Hopkins County, owned by Kristine Hicks, revealed over 100 dogs living in filth, many critically ill, and signs of brutal slaughter. The rescue was spearheaded by Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force, prompting the FBI and USDA to deem the dogs unsafe and remove them. Multiple organizations, including Saving Hope and Dallas SPCA, mobilized to transport the animals, with most now safe at BDRR in Florida. Despite the severity, Hicks was initially charged with only one count of animal cruelty and bonded out, allegedly continuing the killings. BDRR plans to push for Kerra’s Law to strengthen breeder oversight and penalties nationwide. Advocates stress that reporting abuse saves lives—support efforts at BDRR.org. (BDRR){ }
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