Minneapolis Animal Care and Control Overwhelmed by Influx of Animals
Overcrowding Forces Shelter to Ask for Help
Situation Reached 'Critical Point'
The Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) is experiencing an overwhelming influx of animals, resulting in overcrowding and a critical shortage of resources. The shelter is appealing to the public for assistance in managing the situation.
"We are at a critical point," said Gracie Stockton of MPR News. "The shelter is so full that we are having to turn away animals and euthanize healthy ones that we don't have space for."
The MACC is currently housing over 400 dogs and cats, with more arriving daily. The shelter is over capacity by more than 100 animals, and the situation is only expected to worsen as summer approaches, which is typically a peak season for animal intake.
The shelter is asking for the public's help in several ways:
- Adopt or foster an animal: Give a loving home to a deserving animal in need.
- Donate supplies: The shelter is in need of food, blankets, toys, and other essential items.
- Volunteer your time: Help with cleaning, feeding, and other shelter tasks.
The MACC is also working closely with animal control officers to respond promptly to calls about stray or neglected animals. The shelter is encouraging the public to report any concerns to the Animal Control Hotline.
"We are doing everything we can to manage this situation," said Stockton. "But we need the public's help to ensure that these animals get the care they need."
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