CCAS Needs Adopters!

I think that sometimes it's easy to forget that we have an obligation to help the animal community as much as possible whenever we can do it. I'm not suggesting that everyone become a PETA activist, but I do think that we neglect to remember that animals are essentially helpless when it comes to being put in a shelter and, often times, euthanized.

It's sobering when we realize that many animals are not only overlooked when it comes to adoption, but their extended stay in a shelter means that they will be the first to be considered when it comes to population control. These animals aren't responsible for their placement in the shelter, and our inactivity can mean that they might not live to eventually be taken into a good home.

There is no way that we will be able to rescue every animal that is in need of a loving family, but we can certainly make a difference in the life of at least one animal. In particular, I'd like to encourage you to consider rescuing an animal who might be a prime candidate for euthanization in the approaching weeks. You can rest assured that every adorable puppy in a shelter won't be there for long (they are undoubtedly the first pets to go when someone goes to a shelter looking for a family pet) but some of the older inhabitants might have a much slimmer chance of being taken home with someone.

Collin County Animal Services has alerted the surrounding community that they have had a massive intake over the past few weeks, despite the fact that the facility is already at its max capacity. Regrettably, CCAS must begin euthanizing animals in order to maintain a healthy population at the shelter. CCAS is desperate for adopters, and sends its sincerest request for assistance from the community. Photographs and detailed descriptions of the pets that are currently available can be seen on the CCAS Facebook page, so you can decide which pet will be the best for you and your family.

I urge you to please consider adopting one or more of these animals so that they can avoid being lost during population control at the facility. And if you don't feel comfortable adopting a pet for your household, please recommend CCAS to an acquaintance who is interested in bringing a new pup home in the near future. Please contact ldrummonds@collincountytx.gov and animalshelter@collincounty.gov with any questions concerning adoption.