ACCT Philly is juggling multiple crises at once. They are seeing a record number of pet surrenders which has led to overcrowding.
The property owner of the former Saint Leo's School in Tacony generously donated the building to serve as an emergency shelter.About six dogs were medically cleared Friday to return to ACCT Philly's Hunting Park location.
Barnett says animal care at the alternative site is being staffed by Brandywine Valley SPCA, which has provided supplies and personnel to help set up and take on some of the costs. Barnett says the decision to close was not easy but was recommended by the organization's veterinarian and confirmed by disease management, experts at the University of Florida Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program, and the University of Pennsylvania.
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