Title: Pennsylvania Man Charged with Animal Abuse After Horrific Dog Amputation
KIRKWOOD, PA — A Pennsylvania man, Stephen Stoltzfus, is facing serious animal abuse charges following a disturbing incident involving the amputation of a dog’s leg using scissors. Stoltzfus was arrested on June 2, 2025, in connection with the abuse, which has garnered widespread outcry from animal advocacy groups.
The Pennsylvania SPCA, in collaboration with Lancaster County Detectives and the Pennsylvania State Police, initiated an investigation after receiving a complaint about a dog injured by farm equipment at Stoltzfus’s residence on Pumping Station Road. According to reports, Stoltzfus sought pain medication for his severely injured dog, identified as Kimber, but refused to provide veterinary care. Instead, he resorted to performing the gruesome self-amputation.
When authorities responded on May 9, they found Kimber in dire condition, her fur stained with blood and a portion of her hind leg missing. The dog was immediately rushed to the PSPCA’s Main Line Animal Rescue for emergency care, where it was discovered she suffered from severe anemia, flea and tick infestations, and significant blood loss.
Stoltzfus faces multiple charges, including felony counts for torturing the dog and failing to provide necessary medical care. He also faces a misdemeanor for recklessly ill-treating the animal. Julie Klim, CEO of the Pennsylvania SPCA, stated that Kimber endured "unimaginable suffering," highlighting a stark lack of compassion and responsibility from Stoltzfus.
As part of his bail conditions, all remaining dogs on Stoltzfus’s property have been placed in the protective custody of the Pennsylvania SPCA. The organization is committed to pursuing full prosecution and supporting Kimber’s recovery.
The public is urged to report any instances of animal cruelty via the PSPCA’s Cruelty Hotline at (866) 601-SPCA.
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