Washoe County Regional Animal Services has impounded 38 dogs abandoned at Sun Valley Regional Park in the last two weeks. They are seeking the community’s help in identifying anyone connected to these acts.

Officials with Animal Services says they started getting complaints from the public about two weeks ago and they don't know why they're being dumped there.

They said the dogs are mixed breeds, small to medium size and they're in overall fair condition. One of the dogs had a microchip and had been missing for three years. The owner was reunited with them.

Officials said the dogs are scared and staff had trouble catching them. The dogs will be held at Animal Services for five days, then they go to rescue groups like NHS.

They're looking for suspects involved in this case.

“We know there must be someone who has seen or heard something that can help provide useful information to help find the person(s) responsible for abandoning these dogs,” WCRAS Director Shyanne Schull said. “There are legal and responsible methods for surrendering ownership of animals that cannot be cared for.”

Anyone with information should call 775-322-3647 or email pets@washoecounty.us.

(Washoe County)