Best Friends Sanctuary Battles Fentress Animal Overpopulation
Best Friends Sanctuary hosting a series of fundraising and adoption events this week to address a critical overpopulation of animals in Fentress County that has left the organization struggling. Lead Fundraiser Jan Shank said the organization is currently caring for some 75 dogs and puppies at the shelter while a foster coordinator recently managed 50 […]
Best Friends Sanctuary Asks For Help In Winter Protection
A Fentress County animal rescue group is asking the community for dog houses and straw to help keep pets warm during the remainder of the winter Best Friends Sanctuary President Sharon Cravens said the sanctuary accepts surrendered animals and offers resources to the public. But the last two weeks have shown the need for protecting […]
Jamestown Shelter Leader Said Training On New Animal Shelter Law Underway
A new law requires dog owners to provide sufficient shelter during winter months. The law requires a shelter to be made of sound material and be enclosed on all sides with an entrance big enough for the dog and a solid floor. During winter months bedding is required in the shelter. Sharon Cravens is President […]
Best Friends Sanctuary Asks Fentress To Set Regulations On Shots And Breeders
Best Friends Sanctuary has asked the Fentress County Commissioners to set regulations requiring annual rabies shots to license a pet. Board of Directors Member Sandra Hoover asked the commission to set a fee for licensing and the rabies shot of $4 and $8 if the pet is not spayed or neutered. “A lot of communities […]
Best Friends Sanctuary 20 Years Of Animal Rescues
The Best Friends Sanctuary of Jamestown has been dedicated to reducing the stray animal population for over 20 years President Sharon Cravens has been the president of the group for the majority of its life. Through rescue missions and advocacy, the organization has taken in over 50,000 homeless pets. “I have never been homeless or […]
