Wild About Cats Earns $5,000 In National Prize Money
Wild About Cats of Cumberland County expanding its lifesaving efforts for local stray cats after winning a $5,000 national prize. President Cindy Hughes said community members and friends advocated for the rescue. Hughes said the national recognition provides a significant financial boost that allows the organization to maintain its focus on reducing the local kitten […]
Animal Overpopulation, Stray Pet Numbers Rise Across UC
Animal rescue organizations across the Upper Cumberland are reporting a critical surge in unwanted pets as a lack of local shelters and rising economic pressures leave many animals abandoned. Friends of Jackson County Animal Shelter Treasurer Diana Mandli said the number of unwanted pets far exceeds the available homes. Mandli said the organization is performing […]
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 […]
Paws Of Dale Hollow Rescue Battling Population Crisis
Paws of Dale Hollow is struggling to manage a regional animal overpopulation crisis as the demand for rescue services far exceeds the capacity of local volunteer organizations. President Cathy Crockett said the no-kill rescue has operated in Byrdstown for 24 years, serving Pickett County and several surrounding areas. The organization has historically stepped in to […]
Putnam Animal Shelter Looking At Spay And Neuter Clinic
The Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter is looking to open a spay and neuter clinic on-site to help with surging pet overpopulation. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said the idea has floated around since the building was designed and built. She said after doing research, she feels it has become feasible, and more necessary as demand continues […]
SNIP-OC Continues To Advocate Spaying, Neutering
After coming close to shutting down two years ago, The Spay Neuter Incentive Program of Overton County (SNIP-OC) continues to advocate for spaying and neutering as the best solution to the local animal population. President Norman Osburn said SNIP-OC is a program that helps people access veterinarians and pay for the procedures to get their […]
Algood, Monterey, and Baxter will increase contributions to Cookeville Putnam County Animal Shelter.
Cookeville Putnam County Animal Shelter has requested increased contributions from Algood, Monterey and Baxter based on increased animal intakes. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said she had calculated personnel expenses, then looked at the total animals coming from each jurisdiction to come up with percentages for contributions. She said outside of payroll the shelter covers costs […]
Putnam Spay and Neuter Clinic Seeking Community Donations To Help Restart Services
The Putnam County Spay and Neuter Clinic trying to reopen its doors with a new matching gift project. President Elizabeth Sofia said Dr. Steve Copeland has offered to speed up the reopening process. The long-time veterinarian offered to match up to $100,000 in donations for the clinic. “It puts us in a position to be […]
Warren Animal Control Attributes Record Numbers To Lack Of Spaying And Neutering
Warren County Animal Control reporting a record number of animals at its facility with 23 in one day last week. The shelter was built to hold 15 dogs and 20 cats, a total of 35 animals. As of Friday, the shelter population includes 36 cats and kittens. Director Sherri Bradley said the reason comes from […]
