White County Animal Shelter Located At Landfill, County Wants To Sell Land
A possible relocation of the White County Animal Shelter makes much-needed renovations to the facility impractical. Manager Sarah Lawson said the shelter is on the same property as a landfill the county is looking to sell. She said the shelter has 17 pens without heat, walls, or proper lighting. “We’re doing the best we can […]
White County Residents Express Animal Shelter Concerns To Commissioners
White County’s Steering Committee B proposed allocating $7,500 to the county’s animal shelter for repairs meant to keep the dogs safe this winter. Volunteers from the shelter spoke to commissioners during Monday night’s committee meetings, expressing concern about the condition of the building and the dangers it poses to dogs and staff alike. The volunteers […]
This Week: White County Discusses Animal Shelter; CPWA Talks Referendums
The White County Steering Committee B will discuss the county’s animal shelter. Volunteers from the shelter spoke to the committee last month, requesting support with funding and expressing concern about the state of the shelter. The committee heard their concerns and will have a formal discussion on the matter this week. In other business, Steering […]
White Co. Animal Shelter Hopes Reduced Rates Encourages Adoptions
White County Animal Shelter is offering reduced adoption prices through September 30th. Shelter Manager Sarah Lawson said the shelter hopes the reduced rates would encourage more adoptions. “We are actually overpopulated,” Lawson said. “I think a lot of our shelters around here, even nationwide, we are all overpopulated beyond capacity. So I think we’re just […]
Problems With Pets As Christmas Gifts
Christmas morning with a new pet under the tree sounds like a great surprise, but it might not be in the best interest of the animal. White County Animal Shelter Manager Stephanie Smith said its a better idea to surprise someone with pet toys or books on caring for a pet. Smith said picking the […]
Wednesday Is National Dog Day
Wednesday goes to the dogs-literally. National Dog Day is a day to celebrate the bond between owners and their furry friends. White County Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant Sarah Lawson said pet dogs are just like children. “I mean you would celebrate children’s birthdays and their holidays,” Lawson said. “I feel like National dog Day is […]
