A Lindale couple, Kurk Lee Branton, 32, and Bridgette Leann Warren, 23, were arrested at their home on Miller Mountain Road on various animal cruelty charges.

Police said that they left two dogs inside a cage for an elongated period of time without food and water.

Another dog was also left in the home without food, water, sanitary conditions or ventilation for a prolonged period of time.

Both are charged with two counts of aggravated cruelty to animals and cruelty to animals.