Storybook Farm’s owner’s personal pets were in ‘good condition’, RSPCA confirms after raid

While RSPCA inspectors seized 37 animals found in appalling condition earlier this week at former charity Storybook Farm, they left some pets behind — here’s why.

NOT all animals were seized during a raid at a north Brisbane rescue sanctuary earlier this week.

The RSPCA has confirmed that some dogs and a couple of horses were left at the property which was run as Storybook Farm Sacred Animal Garden, a sanctuary for disabled animals.

The horses were under an Animal Welfare Direction while the remaining dogs were the owner’s personal dogs and in good condition.

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RSPCA Metro Inspectors Jared King with rescued Italian Greyhound 'Jessica' and Samantha Robinson with rescued French Bulldog 'Pizza' that were seized from Storybook Farm in North Brisbane. Picture: NIGEL HALLETT

On Wednesday, RSPCA inspectors raided Storybook Farm.

The charity had previously been based in Beaudesert before moving to Canungra on the Gold Coast for a number of years.

It is understood the farm moved to the north Brisbane property in the past nine months.

During the raid RSPCA inspectors allegedly uncovered 37 dogs covered in faeces and urine, saying the conditions even brought tears to experienced handlers.

The RSPCA say that the farm’s owner, Lisa-Jayne Cameron, has been “unavailable” for interviews with inspectors.

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Graphic image of an animal rescued by the RSPCA from Storybook Farm-Sacred Animal Garden.

The charity’s social media pages were deleted after news broke of the story, and Ms Cameron’s personal accounts have also been removed.

RSPCA spokeswoman Alex Hyndman Hill said no charges had been laid at this stage.

One dog, a dalmation called Barry, was put down after being found in horrific condition, while one horse was also euthanised.

Anyone with information about the charity or the animals seized is urged to contact the RSPCA.