Donald and Kathleen Perkins pleaded not guilty to 17 misdemeanor counts of cruelty and/or neglect to animals.
State police said they were called to the Perkins’ Ten Rod Road home by a neighbor who complained about barking dogs and said she hadn’t been able to reach the couple for three days.
In their search earlier this month, police claim they found 16 dogs in small crates, with little or no food or water and standing in their own filth.
When troopers entered the residence to check on the well-being of the residents, 62-year-old Donald Perkins and 58-year-old Kathleen Perkins (aka Kathleen McKenna), they found six Papillon dogs in individuals crates "standing in their own urine and feces with little water and no food," according to a press release.
Ten golden retrievers were found living in outdoor kennels in similar conditions.
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| A website states that Kathleen and Donald Perkins are the owners and operators of Céile Goldens, "producing top-quality golden retrievers for over 25 years." |
According to state police, the Perkins operate Ceile Kennel, which was previously investigated for complaints by Animal Control and the Department of Environmental Management (DEM).
An affidavit obtained by Eyewitness News revealed the couple received several warnings to clean up their house if they wanted to keep the animals.
The dogs and a cat that was also living at the home are being cared for by several different shelters as state police continue to investigate.
The Perkins were released on $1,000 personal recognizance. They’re due back in court Jan. 13.
(WPRI - Dec 16, 2015)
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