Malheur County Sheriff’s Office submits goat abuse case for prosecution
By Logan Bagett on Thursday, December 18th, 2025 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
NYSSA — The Malheur County Sheriff’s Office has completed an animal abuse and neglect investigation into the Grant Barr Goat Dairy. PETA recently released video footage from the dairy, stating it depicts “…goats suffering from overgrown hooves and lameness so severe and painful that they walk on their knees or limp about, and goats denied veterinary care despite suffering from emaciation and other debilitating conditions, some of whom were even left to die.”
The Grand Barr Goat Dairy is located on Grand Avenue outside of Nyssa. On December 16th, the Malheur County Sheriff’s Office released the following key updates to the investigation:
(From MCSO)
Key Updates:
• Inspection: A veterinarian has conducted a formal inspection of the goats on-site.
• Legal Action: The case was submitted to the Malheur County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.
• Referral: The District Attorney has officially referred the case to the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ).
We remain committed to the welfare of animals in our community. Further updates will be shared as they become available.
PETA also reported that California-based cheesemaker Laura Chenel, who sourced milk from the dairy, has cut ties with the operation.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as they are released.
**Photo provided by PETA**
