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Rosenberg animal‑control reports June intakes and a roughly 96–97% live‑release rate
Summary
Animal‑control director Omar Polio reported 120 intakes in June (31 dogs, 81 cats, 16 other) and 122 outcomes, noting a high live‑release rate and several adoption events; council members asked about surrender fees and capacity after a fee increase scheduled for Aug. 1.
Omar Polio, director of Rosenberg Animal Control and Shelter, presented the department’s June 2026 monthly report, highlighting intakes, outcomes and recent outreach efforts.
“For the month of June, we did have a total of a 120 intakes, 31 dogs, 81 cats, and 16 other,” Polio told the council, and staff reported 122 outcomes for the month. Shelter staff described adoption and outreach success at partner events and noted two kitten deaths attributed to illness or being too young to survive.
Polio said the shelter’s live‑release rate for June was around 96–97% (100% canine live release; 93% feline), and that staff were monitoring space as litters and mother cats increased intake pressures. Councilmembers asked whether recent adjustments to surrender fees (effective Aug. 1) might change owner‑surrender patterns; Polio said both owner surrenders and field surrenders incur a fee.
Why it matters: Shelter intakes and outcomes affect public health, animal welfare and long‑term shelter capacity. The figures give the council a monthly snapshot as it weighs budget and staffing choices.
What’s next: Council will monitor post‑fee changes to see whether surrender numbers shift; staff said a larger adoption event is tentatively planned for August.
