The Wiregrass Humane Society discusses the growing issue of capacity at animal shelters.
DOTHAN , Ala. - The staff at the Wiregrass Humane Society all have one thing in common. They love caring for animals.
“I have animals of my own that were rescued,” said Angel Oliver, a member of the Board of Directors at the shelter. “When we talk about animals that don’t have homes or animals that don’t have homes, animals that are thrown out on the street, animals that are being surrendered. I could stand here all day and talk about why that is near and dear to my heart.”“We have been at max capacity for quite some time, and it truly never ends,” said Oliver.
The Humane Society tells News4 that even on a slow day, they still receive upwards of 30 calls regarding pet surrenders.and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every morning. Get instant notifications on top stories from News 4 by downloading ourCity of Headland introduces yard sale ordinance
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