HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Hillsborough County Pet Resources has been awarded custody of more than 300 dogs, one of the largest animal seizures in the county's history, according to Hillsborough County officials. 

This comes after a years-long court fight in which Hillsborough County alleged the dogs were living in unsafe and unsanitary conditions as part of an animal-breeding business in Tampa, officials said. 

Under the court order, Hillsborough County now has custody of the dogs and the business owner can no longer possess dogs ever. 

Animal control officers began bringing the dogs to the Pet Resource Center Monday where they will be assessed and treated for any medical conditions. 

Officials say the PRC is already over capacity, and under state law, the dogs will be held for a month before they can be adopted out or sent to rescue groups. Many of the dogs are small breeds like Maltese, Shih Tzus, terriers, and schnauzers. 

Due to the overcrowding, the Pet Resource Center is waiving all adoption fees on dogs currently at the shelter to help make room for the new ones coming in. 

The shelter is also in need of dog toys, blankets, treats, and other items due to the growing population of dogs. If you would like to help, here is a list of items needed. If you would like to make monetary donations, click here.