Hamilton Police rescued six puppies after responding to a concerning animal welfare incident on the east Hamilton Mountain.

On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m., police responded to a residence after a worker conducting tree removal nearby observed several puppies in distress inside an outdoor cage.

Responding officers located eight puppies that appeared severely undernourished, with several unresponsive and one appearing deceased.

Officers immediately provided water to the surviving puppies and contacted Animal Control and Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS).

Seven puppies were transported by police to an emergency veterinary clinic, where one was confirmed deceased. The remaining six received veterinary care.

The homeowner was contacted and has been cooperative with police.

Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) has taken carriage of the investigation.

Any further updates regarding the investigation will be provided by PAWS.