This is the heartwarming moment rescue teams saved more than 100 animals from a vet's home in Ohio.

The Humane World for Animals and Sandusky County humane agents conducted an animal rescue operation at the physician's residence amid allegations of severe neglect in Clyde on February 25 morning.

The team arrived at the property with a search and seizure warrant. They discovered a menagerie of dogs, cats, goats, alpacas, donkeys, guinea pigs, rabbits, exotic birds, and a pig, all living in conditions described as consistent with large-scale mistreatment.

Footage shows animals scattered across the premises, intermingled in a state of disarray.

Volunteers assessed the situation, with some doctors conducting medical checkups on dogs while others carefully placed animals inside cages for transport to nearby sanctuaries and vet clinics.

The agency reported that a potent stench of ammonia filled the air as approximately 20 dogs darted through a hallway lined with caged, hapless parrots—one of which bore a visible wound on its wing.

Responders recalled entering the basement and seeing an examination table streaked with dried blood and smudged with dirty pawprints. Nearby, a surgical tray held used needles, sutures, and a mix of medications—some unlabeled.

A tabby cat, hunched in a cage, reportedly suffered from an eye injury that veterinarians described as acutely painful. Dozens of felines in adjacent rooms showed signs of upper respiratory illnesses, with eye and nasal discharge plaguing their fragile frames.

Several visibly weak rabbits were also discovered in a basement room, where the floor was blanketed in faeces and urine. Many of the animals also suffered from severe dental disease, compounding their misery.

Dr Michelle Gonzalez, a forensic veterinary consultant for Humane World for Animals and Ohio representative for the Humane Veterinary Medical Association, said: 'This is particularly egregious because a veterinarian has the knowledge and expertise to recognize when animals need help.

'We swear an oath to treat animals with dignity and respect, and our communities trust us to prioritise their welfare and health. This is a shocking anomaly.'

The operation was launched after Sandusky County authorities, prompted by mounting concerns about the animals' welfare, called on Humane World for Animals for assistance. The organisation stepped in to handle the animals, document the scene, and arrange transportation and care for those rescued.

Kelly Pocock, chief humane agent for Sandusky County, said: 'We are aware that this individual has seen veterinary clients in this residence, which raises concerns about the risk of exposure to contagious illnesses identified among the animal population here, including feline leukaemia. Animals in our community deserve better, and we are grateful to everyone involved in this rescue operation.'

Mark Finneran, Ohio state director for Humane World for Animals, expressed his gratitude, saying: 'I'm grateful to our Animal Rescue Team for returning to Ohio for another rescue operation, and I appreciate Sandusky County authorities for their dedication and work on this case.'

'It's gratifying to see everyone working together to help these animals, but our goal is to prevent animal suffering from escalating like this in the first place. This serves as a reminder to the public that animals in our community are depending on us to speak up when there is an animal welfare concern,' he added.

The rescued animals have now been removed from the property and taken to undisclosed locations for veterinary examinations and urgent care.

Responders and volunteers from Humane World for Animals, RedRover, Green Dogs Unleashed, and Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary are collaborating to tend to their needs, offering a glimmer of hope amid the grim discovery.