# Animal cruelty and rescue in Cubatão

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/animal-cruelty-and-rescue-in-cubato
> Updated: 2026-09-25T12:29:18.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In Cubatão, São Paulo, seventeen dogs were rescued from an unsanitary residence in the Água Fria neighborhood following a judicial order. The property was characterized by an accumulation of trash, feces, urine, and mud, providing inadequate protection against weather conditions.

Many of the animals were found on extremely short chains or improvised ropes, with some showing neck injuries from prolonged restraint. The rescue operation was conducted with support from the Military Police and animal protection groups after two months of monitoring and evidence gathering by the Instituto Eliseu. The dogs have been moved to the Instituto Eliseu in Santos for veterinary care, and the case has been officially registered at the 3rd Police District of Cubatão.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-25: Cubatão: 17 dogs rescued from unsanitary conditions and animal cruelty

Seventeen dogs were rescued from an unsanitary home in Cubatão, Brazil, where they were kept on short chains amidst trash and waste. The animals are now receiving veterinary care.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cubato-17-dogs-rescued-from-unsanitary-conditions-and-animal-cruelty

### 2026-09-14: Colombo man arrested after 11 dogs rescued from unsanitary conditions

A man was arrested in Colombo, Brazil, after 11 dogs were rescued from unsanitary conditions involving trash and feces, lacking food and water.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombo-man-arrested-after-11-dogs-rescued-from-unsanitary-conditions

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