49 exotic cats saved from Alvin home after owner died, Houston SPCA says

ALVIN, Texas (KTRK) -- Several exotic cats were saved from a home in Alvin on Wednesday after authorities say they were found living in deplorable conditions.

According to the Houston SPCA, the organization rescued 49 Bengal and Asian leopard cats, including a litter of 4-week-old Bengal kittens, one dog, and two domestic cats at an Alvin property near the 1900 block of CR 235.

Authorities said the owner of the cats recently passed away.

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Additionally, 19 exotic cats, including one litter of Bengal kittens, were rescued after they were discovered in deplorable living conditions in March.

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The cats were then treated for gastrointestinal and respiratory diseases at the Houston SPCA.

You can report animal cruelty by calling 713-869-7722 or visit their website at houstonspca.org.

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