In April 2025, authorities in Ogden, Utah removed 157 dogs and 11 cats from a single home—168 animals in total. They were crammed into one residence without proper licensing, rabies vaccinations, or adequate care. This wasn’t a one-time lapse. In 2012, the same individuals—Miguel Salgado-Vargas and his nephew Ramon Cano Aispuro—had 149 dogs removed from the very same address. No charges were filed back then.

This time, both men face hundreds of misdemeanor counts, including animal cruelty and public nuisance. But class B misdemeanors carry limited penalties—and without public pressure, there’s a risk the consequences won’t match the scope of the harm.

Every one of those animals had a right to safety, care, and dignity. And while most are now recovering in shelters or rescues, this is about more than rescue—it’s about accountability. It’s about preventing this from happening again.

We’re calling on Ogden City prosecutors and Utah lawmakers to ensure Salgado-Vargas and Aispuro face meaningful legal consequences—and to advocate for stronger hoarding prevention policies, including mental health support, licensing enforcement, and repeat-offender tracking.

Sign this petition to demand justice for these animals—and real change to stop serial abuse and neglect from repeating again.