Shelter at capacity as screw-worm concerns and PetFinder changes slow rescues

Jul 6, 2026

Staff said the shelter is at maximum capacity, rescues have slowed due to a screw-worm related restriction and recent PetFinder changes that limit visibility; staff are boosting online listings and asking for more fosters and spay/neuter support.

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Shelter staff told the committee the facility is operating at maximum kennel capacity and that the shelter is using pop-up crates to house animals. "We are currently still out of kennel space," the staff member said, noting high stress levels for animals and staff.

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