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JENNIFER JEANETTE MEEKS, former Rover sitter, facing charges after a dog in her care had to be treated for puncture wounds and an infection on his neck

Updated: Feb 19

- Florida, USA -


⚠️WARNING⚠️The article contains pictures some of you may find distressing⚠️


39-year-old JENNIFER JEANETTE MEEKS (pictured) is facing charges after a dog in her care had to be treated for puncture wounds and an infection on his neck.


According to the affidavit obtained by Voice For Us, on September 15, 2024, Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control received a complaint of animal cruelty from Brian Millard who had boarded his dog, a 10-year-old Belgium Malinois named Abel, with a sitter from Rover.


Officer Bullock responded to Calusa Veterinary Center where Abel was under sedation. The officer reported that multiple punctures wounds were clearly visible on Abel’s neck. He then spoke with the veterinarian on duty, Dr. Fryer, who explained that the puncture wounds “were consistent with the use of a prong collar.” Dr. Fryer said Abel had a severe infection covering the entire affected area of his neck.

Dr. Fryer estimated, based on the appearance and odor of the wounds, that they had likely occurred more than three days prior.


Officer Bullock called Mr. Millard and they met at the vet's office, where the officer took Mr. Millard's statement.

Mr. Millard explained that his family was in the process of selling their home and they were temporarily staying at an Airbnb. Since dogs were not allowed, they needed to find boarding for their two dogs.

The Millards then reached out to the Rover application and selected MEEKS.


They dropped off the dogs on September 2, 2024, and planned to pick them up on October 11, 2024.

However, on September 15, MEEKS called Mr. Millard and told him that Abel had puncture wounds on his neck. Mr. Millard showed officer Bullock Abel’s prong collar and said that he had told MEEKS it was to be used for walks only and then removed. Mr. Millard also believed that Abel was tethered while still wearing the prong collar and his injuries were the result of Abel trying to break free as he does not like to be tethered.

Mr. Millard then concluded that after MEEKS called him, he immediately went to pick up his dogs and took Abel to the vet.


On September 20, 2024, officer Bullock met with MEEKS at her home on 22226 SW 62nd Avenue in Boca Raton and advised her that there were two complaints against her. One was an anonymous complaint about her abusing dogs.


Officer Bullock then asked MEEKS what happened to Abel.

MEEKS confirmed when Mr. Millard dropped off his dogs and that he told her to not use the prong collar on Abel except for during his walks.

MEEKS told the officer that she did not understand why Mr. Millard did not remove the collar himself and that after two weeks into the job, she noticed Abel’s neck was swollen and there was a bad smell coming from the neck. She added that at no time was Abel tethered.


Officer Bullock informed MEEKS that she would probably receive a visit from the Licensing and Enforcement department because she was boarding without a permit. She blamed Rover for not telling her and officer Bullock rightfully said that it was her responsibility.


Following an investigation, MEEKS was arrested on February 11, 2025, and was charged with one felony count of animal cruelty. She was booked into the Palm Beach County Jail and released after posting a $5,000 bail. Court records show that MEEKS’ arraignment is set to take place on March 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.


MEEKS’ Rover account has since been suspended.


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In the case of charges being dropped, dismissed, or the case being purged, this article will be rectified accordingly, if official documentation is provided to Voice For Us.


MEEKS’ mugshot provided to Voice For Us by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office






 
 
 

CHRISTINE SNELLING, who runs a pet taxi business, arrested after dogs and pigs seized from her home

- Florida, USA -


On February 7, 2025, patrol deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home on Keen Road in Frostproof to conduct a well-being check.


According to the press release by the sheriff’s office, as deputies approached the residence, they were overwhelmed by the strong odor of ammonia and saw many dogs running loose inside the home “on a floor covered in feces.”


Deputies also saw a van parked in the driveway that displayed “Road Dawg Animal Rescue Transport.” Deputies further found contact information for 65-year-old CHRISTINE SNELLING (pictured), who turned out to be the owner of the property and the pet taxi business.

Fearing that SNELLING could be in distress, deputies entered the home but she was not there. Deputies found a deceased chicken and many dogs who were in need of medical attention.


At that point, Animal Cruelty Investigators and detectives with the sheriff’s office Agricultural Crime were called in and they took over the investigation. A search warrant was then obtained and executed at the residence. Reportedly, detectives had to wear protective gear to search the home because the smell of ammonia was overwhelming.


The sheriff’s office said that the floor was covered in inches of feces and detectives found flies, mice, and rats. That’s not all, eight dogs and three pigs were also found and removed from the home. None of the animals had access to food or water and there was no running water in the home.


All of the dogs displayed “symptoms of prolonged exposure to ammonia and unsanitary conditions, including respiratory issues, nasal discharge, and eye infections”, stated the release.


SNELLING was arrested and charged with eight misdemeanor counts of animal cruelty and eight misdemeanor counts of animal neglect.


I reached out to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office to inquire about any other possible deceased animals and I was told: “The only confirmed deceased animal found is a bird, possibly a chicken. The home is infested with rats, mice, and flies, and detectives believe it’s highly likely there are also dead rodents inside. However, at this time, only the dead bird has been confirmed.”


With regard to the eight dogs, I learned the following: “They are currently in our custody and being rehabilitated by the veterinary staff at our Animal Control Facility. We do not believe any of them face any life threatening health issues at this time, and none of the animals have been euthanized.”


Polk County Sheriff Grad Judd said: “Ms. Snelling told my investigators she didn’t intend to harm these animals – she simply got overwhelmed by their needs. Caring for animals carries with it a responsibility to provide a healthy environment. There is no excuse for allowing animals to suffer.”

The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are possible, pending medical reports.


At the time of writing, online arrest records show that SNELLING was released from the Polk County Jail on February 10, 2025.


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In the case of charges being dropped, dismissed, or the case being purged, this article will be rectified accordingly, if official documentation is provided to Voice For Us.


SNELLING’s mugshot shared from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office


Pictures in the gallery were provided to Voice For Us by the Polk County Sheriff's Office





 
 
 

CAROL ULRICH NORMAND and JOSEPH ANDREW MOORE arrested - More than a dozen dogs rescued

- Florida, USA -


The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office arrested 66-year-old CAROL ULRICH NORMAND and 63-year-old JOSEPH ANDREW MOORE (both pictured), after more than a dozen dogs were found living in “appalling” conditions.


On December 31, 2024, Citrus County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) Animal Control Officers responded to a residence on S. Mooring Drive in Inverness following complaints about aggressive dogs frequently getting loose and disturbing neighbors.


Deputies were also called in and upon arrival, they learned from Animal Control Officers that NORMAND had multiple Boston Terriers “with not so adequate living conditions”, stated the affidavit.


NORMAND denied the allegations but when a deputy entered the residence, he was greeted with a strong odor of urine. The deputy reported: “The odor was to the point where my eyes were watering and I started to get an instant headache. The smell got stronger the further I entered the residence.”


According to the affidavit, the deputy found twelve Boston Terriers whom at first glance appeared to be “malnourished and filthy.”

The deputy further reported that the kitchen countertops were covered in old garbage and the floor was covered in filth and feces. Throughout the residence, the deputy noticed feces and dried urine along the walls near the floor.


When the deputy asked NORMAND for how long the dogs had been living like that, she answered “for an extended amount of time due to moving from place to place.”


The poor souls did not have any clean water and NORMAND was unable to show the deputy veterinary records for the furvictims.


MOORE, NORMAND’s roommate, had one Boston Terrier who was also living in the same squalid conditions as the other twelve furvictims.


Animal Control Officers removed the thirteen Voiceless Victims from the residence and took them to Citrus County Animal Services.


NORMAND was charged with twelve felony counts of animal cruelty and her bond was set at $30,000 which, according to online records, she was able to post.


MOORE was charged with one felony count of animal cruelty and did not receive a bond due to “violating probation from a previous charge of Battery on a Person 65 or Older”, said the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.


The sheriff's office commended the "swift action of its animal control officers in rescuing the neglected animals and ensuring they receive the care they deserve."


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Disclaimer: This story is sourced from the affidavit provided to Voice For Us by the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office. Please note that details may be removed or new information added should updates become available.

In the case of charges being dropped, dismissed, or the case being purged, this article will be rectified accordingly, if official documentation is provided to Voice For Us.


Mugshots and dogs’ pictures provided to Voice For Us by the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office




 
 
 

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