League City Animal Care is currently facing a serious overcrowding issue, with the shelter running at 137% of its capacity for dogs. This concern comes despite the recent success of its adoption program, which saw a significant number of animals finding new homes.
Adoption Success in July
During the week of July 7, the shelter saw a boost in adoptions, with 20 dogs and 33 cats being adopted. This was partly due to an ongoing promotion offering 50% off adoption fees, which runs until July 19. Despite these efforts, the shelter’s capacity is still under strain, as new animals continue to arrive.
Stray Animals Adding to Overcrowding
In addition to the recent adoptions, the shelter also took in 10 dogs, 14 cats, and even one chicken that are currently being held in the stray hold. This has contributed to the overcrowding, making it difficult for the shelter to manage its population.
The stray hold keeps these animals for three business days before they are either put up for adoption or transferred to other facilities.
Recognized as a No-Kill Shelter
Despite the overcrowding, League City Animal Care has been recognized as a no-kill shelter. This means that animals at the shelter are not euthanized to make room for others, offering a safe haven for all pets.
What’s Next for the Shelter
While the shelter is facing challenges, it remains committed to its mission of saving and finding homes for animals. As the 50% off adoption fee promotion ends on July 19, officials hope this will lead to more adoptions, alleviating the pressure on the shelter.
League City Animal Care continues to seek support from the community to help address the overcrowding issue. Whether through adoption, fostering, or donations, every effort helps to ease the situation and ensure the animals are cared for until they find their forever homes.
