Event Brief
Homosassa boarding owner arrested for animal cruelty
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Summary: Nicole Palmer faces felony animal cruelty charges after two dogs died in a garage with poor ventilation and minimal water.
WHO: Nicole Palmer, owner of Pampered Paws Ranch; Citrus County Sheriff’s Office; Animal Control Officers
WHAT: Arrest on two felony animal cruelty counts tied to alleged hazardous boarding conditions and two dog deaths
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 2:35 PM ET
WHERE: Homosassa, Florida (Pampered Paws Ranch, 4430 S. Tonya Terrace)
WHY: Investigators allege the dogs died in an enclosed garage with feces, urine, garbage, debris, minimal clean water, and inadequate ventilation.
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