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Harlingen board praises spay/neuter program, discusses vet participation and possible additional funding
Summary
Health Director Shannon Harvill reported about 260 spay/neuter surgeries performed under a $200,000 adoption-only allocation and said veterinarian participation is the primary bottleneck; the board directed staff to explore adding a separate low-cost program for residents and the possibility of new funding and facilities.
The Harlingen Community Improvement Board heard a progress report on the city’s spay/neuter initiative and expressed general support for expanding low-cost services to Harlingen residents.
Health Director Shannon Harvill told the board the program—funded by a $200,000 allocation intended for spay/neuter surgeries for animals adopted from the city shelter—has performed about 260 surgeries since October 2024. "The greatness of a community is measured by how it cares for its most vulnerable, including our pets,"…
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