MCAW serves as the one open-admission shelter for all of Manatee County, so sustaining available area is essential for addressing strays and different pressing county conditions. Like shelters throughout the nation, MCAW’s adoption charges have declined whereas consumption numbers proceed to rise. There are at the moment over 100 dogs on the Palmetto Adoption Center and greater than 40 adoptable dogs on the Bishop Animal Shelter.
“We are working hard to create more space to help these animals,” mentioned Manatee County Animal Welfare Chief Sarah Brown. “We are asking for folks to help in any way they can.”
Manatee County residents may help within the following methods:
- ADOPT: Starting at this time, adoption charges are waived. While the canine inhabitants primarily consists of medium and huge dogs, adoption counselors are assured you could find your excellent match. Discover all adoptable dogs at mymanatee.org/pets. New Palmetto Animal Shelter Hours: Mondays to Saturdays, 12 p.m. to six p.m.; Sundays, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- FOSTER: While long-term fosters assist immensely, even of us who can solely take a pup for a number of days are a giant profit. MCAW will present all the required provides assist look after a foster pet. Get began by emailing [email protected]
- PARTNER: Rescue and switch staff may help in so some ways. This type of ongoing help is now extra vital than ever. If you have not collaborated with MCAW beforehand, attain out, workers will provide help to set up a partnership. Contact [email protected]
- SHARE: If you are unable to foster or undertake, sharing this data will assist MCAW—and the pups—by spreading the phrase to household and buddies that they need assistance from our group now.