Chickens, Dogs and Cats Seized from Buffalo Home

Written by: Patrick Moussignac

BUFFALO, NY - The Buffalo Animal Shelter and SPCA officials have seized numerous animals from a building on Fillmore Avenue.

Five dogs, five chickens and more than a dozen cats are being removed. 

Four of the dogs and the chickens are being taken to the animal shelter. One of the dogs was taken to the vet for treatment. 

The SPCA removed 10 cats. 

Officials say James R. Hinman, 71, lived with the animals on the second floor of the building. 

Buffalo Police Anial Control Officer Chuck Lobert told 2 On Your Side, Hinman is not a typical hoarder, he's just a man that need professional help...."  More