Upstate NY Kennel Fire Claims Lives: Neglect Allegations Surface

The dozens of dogs killed in a devastating fire at an Upstate New York animal shelter may have been suffering long before the blaze broke out.

The blaze broke out at No Dogs Left Behind, formerly Maple Ridge Kennels, in the town of Canton in October.

A driver passing by spotted the flames coming from the shelter and called 911 just after midnight.

Next Door Firefighter

A firefighter lives less than a mile from the scene and rushed over to confirm the blaze.

The kennel at the animal shelter was engulfed and firefighters were unable to rescue any of the animals inside.

Possible Neglect Investigation

The New York State Police have now been called in to investigate a possible dog neglect complaint that occurred at a business.

"The State Police is actively investigating the possible dog neglect case, which is ongoing, but have no further information regarding the fire investigation."

The St. Lawrence County Fire Investigation Team is continuing to look into the cause of the blaze.

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