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Knox County animal shelter reports higher intakes early in 2026; adoption fee $120, capacity about 30–35 dogs
Summary
The county’s animal control officer reported monthly intake and outcome figures for January–March 2026, said the shelter is designed for about 30–35 dogs (can hold more in emergencies), and noted the adoption fee is $120; current census was 19 dogs available for adoption as of April 13, 2026.
The animal control officer (speaker 6) reported intake and outcome figures for January through March and the shelter’s current status.
For January the shelter took in 25 dogs (13 owner surrenders, 12 strays) and recorded 24 departures (10 adoptions, five euthanasias at owners' request). In February there were 42 intakes (21 owner surrenders, 17…
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