HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Many of the shelters around the Ohio Valley are overflowing with dogs and cats, especially with kitten season in full swing.
Hancock County Animal Shelter is officially at maximum capacity with more animals coming in each day. The shelter only has enough space for 30 dogs.
Right now, they are struggling to find enough space for the influx of dogs coming into the shelter, saying it is putting a major strain on their resources.
The shelter says many of the dogs in their care right now are a result of people surrendering their animals or strays who are not claimed.
Kennel Technician Ashely Miller says the influx isn’t just hard for the staff, it’s hard for the shelter animals as well.
“When we have a lot of dogs that takes away from enrichment time your time. So, it’s like you’re getting less and less time with the dogs. I would say right now we mostly have dogs between the ages of 1 to 3 years. They’re young, which makes it hard because when you’re a young dog and you come to the shelter, you get the added stress.”
Ashely Miller | Kennel Technician, Hancock County Animal Shelter
There are ways to help the shelter provide a safe space for these animals, especially with the forecasted heat wave hitting the valley.
They are looking for families interested in adopting, fostering or those who are willing to donate their time, money or resources.
Follow this link to view applications to foster/adopt or take a look at their wish lists.
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