UPDATE: The Murray County Animal Shelter says they still have around 20-25 hounds from the hoarding case still needing adopters or rescues.
They are encouraging anyone interested to come by the shelter in person Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm to meet the dogs. Even if somebody could pull one or two, MCAS says it would add up and be a huge relief.
“We thank the community for their support and donations towards the care of this large undertaking of animals, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the adopters and rescues that have shown up thus far,” MCAS stated in a social media post.
The dogs have not been kept as pets but instead have lived their entire lives in kennels, so the shelter is urging adopters to have patience:
PREVIOUS STORY: The Murray County Animal Shelter says they are in crisis mode after taking in over 70 hounds from a hoarding situation, plus their other animal control intakes.
Unfortunately, they say if the dogs do not secure rescue placements or adoptions, they will have to begin euthanizing on Friday, February 27.
“We are pleading for committed, action-ready rescues who can step up without requiring endless videos, repeated testing, or excessive back-and-forth,” a social media post from the shelter said. “We understand due diligence — but in a crisis of this scale, speed saves lives and we do not have the staff or time to handle all these requests.”
If you are a licensed rescue willing to pull, there is no fee, and transport assistance is available within reason for rescues committing to four or more hounds.
The adoption fee is waived for spayed/neutered hounds going to approved homes.
Unaltered hounds are $150 each, which includes spay/neuter surgery, microchip, rabies vaccine, DAPPV vaccine, and the Bordatella vaccine.
Out-of-state adopters also can have their fee waived with proof of a paid-in-full spay/neuter appointment with a veterinarian.
You can learn all known information about each dog on their Facebook post.
“They are sweet, social, and simply have never known stability,” the shelter says. “They deserve couches instead of concrete, patience instead of panic, and families instead of deadlines.”
The shelter says they are trying to avoid euthanizing for space, but time is critical:
“If you are a rescue that can commit, or an adopter ready to open your home, please come to the shelter. Licensed rescues may email director at [email protected] Shelter hours are M-F 8-4.”
PREVIOUS STORY: The Murray County Animal Control Shelter has decided to allow the adoption of some hounds involved in a recent hoarding case.
Previously, they exclusively sought licensed rescues for “upwards of 40 hounds,” and said they were not allowing adoptions.
Now, they have a group of dogs between the ages of 8-14 weeks, another group between 4-12 months, and a female red heeler that’s 3 years old available:
“PLEASE understand that these dogs will not be for just anyone. They will need time and patience. They will need training and socialization. They will need someone who can securely contain them. They are friendly, but will need someone who has the time to work with them. Preferably someone who is experienced with hounds.”
If you are serious about meeting the animals, you can reach out by messaging their Facebook page or calling them at 706-695-8003.
PREVIOUS STORY: The Murray County Animal Control Shelter is requesting support from licensed rescues after receiving “upwards of 40 hounds” from a local hoarding case.
None of the dogs, who vary in age, are up for adoption at this time, but housing them all there is “just not feasible.”
“That part is not up for debate or discussion and we will not be taking the time to answer as to why these will not be up for adoption,” the shelter said in a social media post.
If you work for or operate a licensed rescue and can help, call 706-695-8003. Otherwise, the shelter requests everyone help spread the word.
Due to this “urgent situation,” the shelter is closed to the public until next Monday, February 23.
We’re working to learn more about the hoarding case, and if any charges have been filed.
