Roseburg man arrested for allegedly neglecting 68 cats

OREGON -- Douglas County authorities seized nearly 70 cats Thursday from the home of a Roseburg man, who was arrested and charged on multiple counts of animal neglect.

Peter Rudolf Rubin, 74, was lodged in the county jail after his arrest at a home in the 100-block of Scofield Avenue (152 Scofield Ave, Roseburg, OR) after Douglas County Animal Control deputies served a search warrant for the property.

Peter Rudolf Rubin

Deputies seized 68 cats, many with health concerns including respiratory problems. Cat urine and feces throughout the house made living conditions for the animals unsafe, said Douglas County Sheriff's Office spokesman Dwes Hutson.

Some cats had eyes that were matted shut.

The cats were transported to Saving Grace Animal Shelter to be evaluated and treated.

(The Oregonian - September 21, 2012)