South Carolina officials make plans NE Georgia woman's animals

WALHALLA, S.C. - Animal control officials in Oconee County, South Carolina, are making plans for more than 200 animals seized from a woman's home in Westminster.

Officials say more than 90 birds will be turned over to bird sanctuaries.

County Administrator Ron Rabun says the county has been advised NOT to allow people to adopt the birds because of diseases birds can carry.

Oconee County authorities reached a plea agreement this week with Evelyn Nelson, who is charged with three counts of ill treatment of animals. Nelson was released Tuesday after posting a three-thousand dollar personal recognizance bond.

She's given up the rights to the animals, which include 102 dogs and 15 cats. Nelson operates Sandie's Pets and Supplies in Toccoa, Georgia.

Nearly two dozen dogs and cats have been adopted.

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