Our local Humane Society (where I work) just took in 700 dogs and birds from a couple who were breeding and hoarding them. Here's the link to one of the news stories: http://www.kvoa.com/global/story.asp?s=8006272

I know that many of you support local organizations that care for animals, but if you could help the Humane Society of Southern Arizona by sending a donation, or by spreading the word, we could sure use your help. Our capacity is 200 animals, and we just took in another 700 from this case. We were already full to overflowing because we took in animals from the county shelter so they could make room for about 70 or so pit bulls from a dogfighting bust. We need food, bedding, medicine to take care of all these animals, some of whom are sick. Our vets and staff are totally overwhelmed - I spent a good part of the day helping to process these poor pups. The majority are chihuahas; but there are yorkies, chinese crested, and other 'teacup' breeds. Here's a link to the Humane Society web page: http://hssaz.org/

I wouldn't normally ask for help with something like this, but I think this is an extreme case, and it has totally swamped us and stretched our resources.