The appellant appealed the removal of her seven cats by Animal Welfare Services and a statement of account for their care.
The cats were removed after the appellant failed to comply with orders to address severe flea infestations and unsanitary living conditions.
The Animal Care Review Board found that the cats were in distress at the time of removal and that the inspector's entry into the home was lawful based on the consent of the appellant's partner.
The Board declined to return the cats, finding the appellant lacked the financial means and ability to provide adequate care.
However, the Board varied the $1,594.41 statement of account to $0, noting that while the charges were reasonable, the appellant relied solely on ODSP and had no ability to pay.
