Adoption fees are currently being waived for all available animals at the Walker County Animal Shelter as officials ask the community to help find homes for a growing number of dogs and cats.
The waived adoption fees are being offered through a partnership with the ASPCA as the shelter continues to see more animals arriving than leaving for new homes.
Over the past week, 16 animals were sent to their forever homes, while 33 new animals were taken into the shelter. With more than twice as many animals coming in as going out, shelter officials are encouraging residents who may be considering adding a pet to their family to consider adoption…