TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News)—Pima Animal Care Center is set to take more than 100 dogs from two separate homes in the coming days, a situation aggravated by PACC’s already high census.
“With more than 530 dogs in our shelter today, PACC is — and has been — facing a capacity crisis with our dog population,” said Monica Dangler, PACC’s director. “However, we must intervene when animals’ health and well-being are in jeopardy, as they are in these situations.”
The details of the cases are limited at this time as the situation is fluid. Staff are working to minimize the impact on the pets already at the shelter. Still, PACC’s Animal Protection team anticipates the larger of the two impounds, which includes approximately 80 dogs, taking place as soon as Friday, Aug. 2.
PACC is currently looking for fosters and adopters for the dogs in the shelter to open up kennel spaces for the incoming dogs.
“Well-meaning pet lovers sometimes have situations spiral out of their control,’” said Danielle Hinte, chief animal protection officer. “PACC’s animal protection officers and Pet Support Center are here to help however we can to make sure that people can share a safe, happy lives with their pets and prevent situations like these.”
PACC currently offers free adoption of dogs and puppies. All pets adopted from PACC are microchipped, spayed or neutered, and given age-appropriate vaccines.
Foster parents who can take a pet for at least two weeks are also greatly needed, particularly for large dogs.
PACC can provide supplies for fosters based on what donations are on hand.
Those who cannot foster or adopt can donate to PACC’s nonprofit partner; click here.
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