The already crowded Pima Animal Care Center is expected to take in more than 100 dogs from two separate homes, officials say.
“We must intervene when animals’ health and well-being are in jeopardy, as they are in these situations,” said PACC Director Monica Dangler.
Dangler and her staff are working to minimize the impact of the animals currently in the shelter, which houses 530 dogs. This includes finding foster families who are healthy enough to be adopted. This will help make room for the 100 additional dogs.
PACC Leaders want to remind the public that help is available to those who need assistance with their pets.
“Well-meaning pet lovers sometimes have situations spiral out of their control,” said Danielle Hinte, PACC's chief animal protection officer. The goal is to make sure animals and their owners can share a safe, happy life and prevent these situations, she said.
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For those willing to foster a pet, PACC will provide supplies. Those wishing to adopt will get a pet that's microchipped, spayed or neutered and given all age-appropriate vaccines before they leave the center.
PACC is located at 4000 N. Silverbell Road and is open from noon to 7 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. It is open from 1:30 to 7 p.m. , Wednesdays and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.
Go to pima.gov/animalcare to learn more about PACC animals available for adoption.
