KALISPELL — 55-year-old Candy Evans of Coram has been charged with Felony Aggravated Animal Cruelty after 27 dogs were found living in unsanitary conditions on her property.
Charging documents state that officers visited Evans's property on Bear Street in Coram for multiple dog-related incidents since August of 2024.
Evans refused to relinquish her dogs after multiple requests.
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Officers stated that the dogs on her property seemed malnourished and lethargic.
A veterinarian visited the property on March 13 and learned that none of the dogs had been vaccinated for rabies or licensed in Flathead County.
The veterinarian noted that dogs were living in an area that was soiled with fecal matter, urine and trash with no obvious source of clean water.
Charging documents state that the dogs were suffering from severe neglect and the death of the puppy was directly attributed to a lack of adequate food and care.
The Flathead County Animal Shelter said they were able to transfer out 16 adoptable dogs to animal shelters from across the state to make room for the seized dogs.
The animal shelter is still taking care of the 27 seized dogs which are not up for adoption at this time as the case proceeds.
People who want to help the animals can donate to Flathead Shelter Friends, which is a local non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life for shelter animals.
All donations will go directly towards the care of the seized dogs while they are staying in the shelter.
Flathead Shelter Friends can be reached at 406-890-0459 or at flatheadshelterfriends501c@gmail.com.
