As rising costs lead to overcrowding at local shelters, groups work to alleviate strain

As rising costs lead to overcrowding at local shelters, groups work to alleviate strain

DYERSBURG, Tenn. — Rising costs have led many pet owners to give up their animals. This in turn has put a major strain on local shelters. As the seasons change, local shelters face a recurring problem of not enough space. From large animal rescues to strays, or even family pets being dumped, animal care centers are feeling the strain of being overcrowded. We spoke with one animal shelter volunteer who tells about how they are working to help pet…