The Dallas Animal Shelter (DAS) has been taking in animals, no matter the circumstance or condition, for decades. In the 2024-2025 fiscal year alone 11,086 animals were adopted from their care. Now, with overpopulation in the shelter becoming a bigger and bigger problem the shelter needs the community to aid in the rescue of thousands of animals.
“We rely heavily on our community,” DAS Volunteer Coordinator Marisol Munoz said. “Every adoption, foster and volunteer makes a difference. We couldn’t do what we do without community involvement. It’s what keeps the shelter running and gives these pets a chance.
Volunteers can start as early as the age of five with parental supervision, but at 16 anyone can volunteer by themselves, making it an opportunity for students to get involved…