CASS COUNTY, Mich. -- The Cass County Sheriff's Office reports officers with the Cass County Animal Control conducted a search warrant in the 2500 block of Lilac Avenue in Howard Township around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday.

The report states the search resulted in the seizure of over 220 animals, including dogs, ducks, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, doves, frogs, gerbils, fish, a crawfish, and a snapping turtle.

Authorities say the animals were taken to a safe location and given necessary medical treatment and care.

The suspect’s name is withheld pending charges.

The investigation is ongoing.

If you have any information about this case or any other case of animal neglect or cruelty, you're asked to call the Cass County Animal Control at 269-445-3701.