LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A local animal rescue organization is pushing for stronger animal shelter laws and increased funding in Kentucky following several complaints and investigations into area shelters.

The call for reform comes just one week after Kentucky State Police announced an investigation into Rockcastle Animal Shelter's policy procedures, medical training history and treatment of animals. The investigation was launched following complaints about shelter conditions from animal welfare activists.

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"It's upsetting. You know, as a rescue person. It's heartbreaking," said Anita Spreitzer, vice president and general manager of Paws 4 The Cause. "We're supposed to be an agricult

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