Animal Services reports staffing boosts, training and surge in kittens

Jun 25, 2026

Ashley Herr told the committee Berrien County Animal Services rehired three vet-school students part time, completed state-required Pullorum testing training, and is seeing a surge in kittens; eight dog kennels remain open and the Friends group is sponsoring free microchips.

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Ashley Herr, director of Berrien County Animal Services, told the Administration Committee on June 25 that the department had rehired three part-time veterinary students for the summer and is retraining volunteers and offering certification to strengthen shelter operations.

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