Two severely malnourished dogs were found wandering along Baker Cemetery Road in Dickson County, Tennessee, prompting an animal cruelty investigation.

The dogs were taken to the Humane Society of Dickson County on October 20. According to authorities, a veterinarian determined that both dogs were at substantial risk of death due to prolonged lack of adequate food. Shelter staff also recognized one of the dogs, Pipsqueak, who had previously been adopted from the shelter in 2022.

On November 8, deputies arrested 31-year-old Meghan Donegan and charged her with aggravated animal cruelty, a felony. She later posted bond and is scheduled to return to court in December.

Both dogs remain in the shelter's care and are recovering. Shelter officials report that they are gaining weight and may become available for adoption in the future.

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