Urgent: Several Warrick County Shelter Need Homes Now

Urgent: Warrick County Shelter Pets in Danger of Euthanasia

If you’ve been looking for a furry friend or have a soft spot for animals, now is the time to head over to Warrick Animal Control.

Upset that Pets Have to Be Euthanized? Do Something About It

Friends of Warrick County Animal Control shared on social media that twelve animals are scheduled to be euthanized starting Thursday, November 6. WCAC is a government-run facility, and back in August, staff spoke to county commissioners asking for help. At that time, there was no money available for food, vaccinations, or basic care.

Unlike many non-profit shelters that take in only owner-surrendered pets, WCAC accepts both unwanted animals and strays. That means they’re often the last chance for animals with nowhere else to go.

And though we, as outsiders, can look in and feel sorry for these pets and angry at those who have to make tough calls, please know that the people working at the shelter are not to blame. They are working within the resources they have. If you are angry about this, I urge you to adopt, foster, volunteer, donate, and get your pets spayed and neutered. It's that simple.

Pets Available for Adoption

Butterscotch – Must be in a home with no children and no other dogs. She can be unpredictable and bonds with her human deeply.

UPDATE: Safe, in foster care

Ashoka – $20

UPDATE from Friends of WCAC: SAFE thank you Dedra Beach from Save the Dogs Rescue and Brittany McLaughlin for transporting!

Wendy – $120

UPDATE from Friends of WCAC: SAFE

Monty - Monty went to the vet yesterday, and his tumor removal surgery is estimated to cost between $1,200 and $1,400. The good news is the tumor does not seem to be causing him any pain, so he can live comfortably with it.

What Monty really needs is someone willing to give him arthritis medication or supplements. His little back legs shake after walking for a while, but that does not stop him. He loves to go on walks and gets around just fine. Joint supplements from a vet or over the counter would help him feel even better.

A generous sponsor has offered to donate a comfy dog bed and joint supplements if Monty is rescued.

Monty may have a few months or a few years left, but he absolutely deserves the chance to live them in comfort and love. He still has that spark and the will to live, and it is clear he is not ready for his story to be over.

Monty gets along well with other dogs and has a sweet, gentle demeanor. He would love nothing more than a soft bed and a caring person to show him what love really feels like.

Pickles – $45

UPDATE: ADOPTED

Snoop – $170

Miss Annie – ADOPTED

UPDATE from Friends of WCAC: SAFE

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Koko – $170

Update: Fostered

Charlie – $170

Malcolm – $45

Urkele – $120

UPDATE from Friends of WCAC: SAFE, thank you Cheryl from PAAWS No-Kill Animal Rescue!

Trace – $120

UPDATE from Friends of WCAC: SAFE,thank you Warrick Humane Society! Warrick Humane Society also pulled Lily today!

These pets need heroes.

How to Help Warrick County Animal Control

Warrick County Animal Control is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM. No appointment is needed. Visit 655 Roth Road, Boonville, IN 47601 or call 812-897-6107 to ask about adopting or fostering. If you can't adopt, consider sponsoring a pet or donating care items such as food, litter, or monitary donations for vaccines and vet care.

If you are a pet owner, make ever precaution to keep them safe at home so they will not be picked up by animal control. If you have an unwanted pet, consider working with a non-profit like Warrick Humane Society to foster it at home until you can work together to find the pet a new home.