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Dog surrenders surge as shelters hit capacity amid strep outbreak
Original: Dog surrenders surge as shelters face capacity, strep outbreak
Animal shelters are reporting a sharp rise in dog surrenders, leaving many facilities at or near full capacity. The problem has been worsened by an outbreak of strep among shelter dogs, which complicates care and adoptions. Animal welfare groups are urging owners to explore alternatives such as rehoming and support services before giving up pets, and are appealing for adoptions and fosters to ease the pressure.
Why now: Rising pet surrenders combined with a contagious illness outbreak has put animal shelters in crisis, drawing public attention and appeals for help.
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- Dog surrenders surge as shelters face capacity, strep outbreak · WCJB
- Dog surrenders surge as shelters face capacity, strep outbreak · WCJB
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