New Jersey residents face charges for animal cruelty

Twenty-one animals were seized from a New Jersey home, and two individuals face animal cruelty charges due to the animals' living conditions. The animals, including dogs, birds, a cat, and a mouse, were found in unsanitary and overcrowded conditions without proper veterinary care. Tracey Kass, 59, and Shane Ulmer, 45, were each charged with 21 counts of animal cruelty and ordinance violations. The Old Bridge Police Department responded to public complaints, rescuing the animals and taking them to a shelter for evaluation and care. The police department described the case as "deeply troubling" and emphasized the importance of responsible pet ownership. The investigation is ongoing, with the possibility of additional charges.