From staff reports
An Oil City woman is facing animal cruelty charges for failing to provide veterinary care for a dog that had been “set on fire” in late March.
Oil City police said Melissa Rae Kaster, 44, was offered free vet care from Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin after she posted pictures of the dog’s injuries to Facebook. Kaster refused the offer, police said.
The dog was seized for medical treatment by Precious Paws, which later provided follow up information that the dog received care for its burns, as well as “other issues” that included BBs found inside the dog, police said.
Kaster was charged with misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals and neglect of animals-veterinary care.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled June 17 in Venango County Central Court.
