Puppy Mill Owner Sentenced for Cruelty to Animals

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He ran a puppy mill, now he's going to jail.

Rick Bonjour formerly of New Boston, was convicted Friday of four counts of cruelty to animals.

This after the Mercer County animal control rescued 40 dogs from his home last January. The pups had serious injuries and were living in filth.

Bonjour must pay $4,000 in vet bills, he can't breed animals anymore, and has to serve 30 days in jail.

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