LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Shiawassee County Sheriff’s Workplace has introduced the opening of a no-kill animal shelter. The county’s aim is to have the shelter up and working by July 1.
This would be the first animal shelter run by the county since 2012, which closed as a consequence of finances restraints.
“We are operating on a very limited budget,” Sheriff Doug Chapman mentioned in a information launch.
Chapman informed 6 Information that the county is getting assist from contractors and companies to assist get monetary savings on labor prices.
“It’s a community effort,” Chapman informed 6 Information. “Everyone is volunteering their time because we don’t have money for labor costs, but I think everyone knows the importance of keeping the animals safe and getting them homes.”
Shiawassee County has been working with the Shiawassee Humane Society on Bennington Street in Owosso, Michigan. The Shiawassee Humane Society informed 6 Information they’ve been offering steering to the county in preparation for the opening of the shelter.
If the county is unable to fulfill its aim by July 1, Chapman mentioned they’re hoping for the primary a part of July.
There will likely be a “fill the shelter” occasion this weekend on June 21 and June 22 from 9:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. at 1251 E Hibbard Rd. The shelter is accepting financial donations, in addition to provide donations.
