Ten pit bulls and hundreds of birds are rescued from 'animal fighting breeder' who used them in barbaric bloodsport 550 birds and 10 pitbulls allegedly being kept for use in an animal fighting ring Martin Anderson, of Camby, was arrested at his home on Thursday Their investigation allegedly saw dogs chained up and bred for the sole purpose of killing other pit bulls in the barbaric blood-sport Neighbors said Anderson was known to take in stray dogs but said they did not know of the alleged evil intentionsBy Associated Press Published: 20:19 BST, 25 May 2019 | Updated: 20:26 BST, 25 May 2019 Viewcomments Some 550 birds and 10 pit bulls allegedly being kept for use in an animal fighting ring have been rescued from properties across Indiana, authorities have said. Martin Anderson, of Camby, was arrested at his home on Thursday in connection with an animal fighting investigation that allegedly saw dogs chained up and bred for the sole purpose of killing other pit bulls in the barbaric blood-sport. Neighbors said Anderson was known to take in stray dogs but said they did not know of the alleged evil intentions. Martin Anderson, of Camby, was arrested at his home on Thursday in connection with an animal fighting investigation that allegedly saw dogs chained up and bred for the sole purpose of killing other pit bulls in the barbaric blood-sport Neighbors said Anderson was known to take in stray dogs but said they did not know of the alleged evil intentions An Indiana State Police SWAT team van carried the troopers that led the raid on his property. Meanwhile, in Owen County, investigators moved in on LMB Farm, reportedly owned by Anderson, where more than 550 birds and nine pit bulls were recovered. Their conditions were described as 'consistent with dog fighting…and…commonly associated with cock fighting', according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty 'The tip said we would find roosters here that were involved or being raised or prepared to fight. And we have found roosters here. Their conditions were described as 'consistent with dog fighting…and…commonly associated with cock fighting', according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty Neighbors said Anderson was known to take in stray dogs but said they did not know of the alleged evil intentions The haul has overwhelmed the resources of the gaming commission or any local animal shelter, so American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) came in to take care of the seized birds and dogs That's true,' said Rob Townsend, superintendent of law enforcement for the Indiana Gaming Commission. 'We don't have anything at this point that leads us to believe that there is fighting going on here. Basically, we have the tip that they're being raised for the purpose of fighting and that's why we acted on,' Townsend said. The haul has overwhelmed the resources of the gaming commission or any local animal shelter, so American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) came in to take care of the seized birds and dogs. The ASPCA will transport the animals to an undisclosed location for veterinary care and safekeeping Anderson is facing one count of purchasing an animal to be used in an animal fighting contest—a felony punishable by up to two-and-a-half years in prison 'It's definitely difficult conditions for the birds. We're providing food and water. They all live outdoors, of course, so we'll make sure they are provided with a comfortable place to sleep indoors, out of the elements, but it's definitely a muddy mess back there today and pretty wet,' the ASPCA's Jessica Rushan said. The ASPCA will transport the animals to an undisclosed location for veterinary care and safekeeping. Anderson is facing one count of purchasing an animal to be used in an animal fighting contest—a felony punishable by up to two-and-a-half years in prison. Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility