At the September 4th meeting of the Animal Control Advisory Board (ACAB), important updates were discussed, covering shelter operations, staff additions, adoption initiatives, and community events. Below is a more detailed breakdown of the information shared: Shelter Operations and Animal Adoptions Tina, the acting shelter director, provided a comprehensive overview of the St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption and Resources Center (AARC), which continues to operate effectively while awaiting a new permanent shelter manager. Over the summer, the shelter participated in the Maryland 3000 initiative, a statewide event where shelters waived adoption fees to encourage the rehoming of animals. From August 1st, the St. Mary’s County shelter adopted out 75 cats and eight dogs, a 55% increase in adoptions compared to last year’s numbers during the same period. In total, the shelter has adopted out 272 animals since the May 2024 meeting, which includes: 85 dogs 162 cats 5 livestock animals (including pigs and turkeys) 20 small critters (such as birds, turtles, guinea pigs, and rabbits). Additionally, the shelter transferred out 38 dogs, 90 cats, and 3 wildlife animals (primarily birds of prey) to local rescue partners, including organizations like the Charles County Animal Care Centers. This reflects the shelter’s active […]
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