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'The Exorcist' Star Responds After Officials Search Property Housing More Than 100 Dogs

Linda Blair says she and the animals at her Southern California rescue are safe after county authorities searched her property as part of an ongoing investigation into a reported kennel operation housing more than 100…

Andrew PowellAug 3, 20263 min read

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Linda Blair says she and the animals at her Southern California rescue are safe after county authorities searched her property as part of an ongoing investigation into a reported kennel operation housing more than 100 dogs.

The 67-year-old "The Exorcist" actress addressed the situation in an Instagram post after Los Angeles County officials executed an inspection warrant Friday, per Fox News.

According to People, the operation involved the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control and the Department of Regional Planning.

Officials said the inspection was intended to assess the animals' welfare and determine whether the property complies with county regulations.

Blair reassured supporters that there were no concerns about the animals' well-being.

"Checking in, I'm good. The animals are good," Blair wrote, adding that the visit came as a surprise during extreme heat while her team was busy rescuing abandoned animals.

She said the visit resulted in paperwork requirements and updated property diagrams rather than concerns about the rescue itself.

Blair also noted that she has already planned to relocate her rescue operation to expand its educational efforts and help more animals in the future.

According to People, county officials sought the inspection after receiving reports of a kennel operation with more than 100 dogs on the property.

Authorities said the kennel permits had expired in 2023 and alleged that previous attempts to contact the property owner had gone unanswered.

Officials said the warrant allowed investigators to access the property and assess animal care, safety conditions and compliance with county regulations.

In a statement, the Department of Animal Care and Control said its priority is ensuring the welfare of both the animals and anyone living or working at the property.

The department added that the matter remains an active investigation and declined to discuss additional details while the review continues.

TMZ, which first reported the search, said Blair was present during the inspection and cooperated with authorities. The outlet also reported that no dogs were removed from the property.

In a video accompanying her Instagram post, Blair repeated that the inspection focused on administrative matters.

"We just have some paperwork that has to be dealt with. And that's all this was all about," she said.

Blair also encouraged supporters to continue backing the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation, the nonprofit she founded in 2003 to rescue and rehabilitate abused, neglected and abandoned animals.

She ended her message by once again reassuring followers that both she and the animals were doing well.

"I want to let you know I'm OK and so are the animals. Thank you so much."

Watch the video below: