Garland, TX – Area animal shelters are responding to an ongoing crisis in pet population management, with Garland and Sachse offering free adoptions. At the same time, Rowlett has temporarily suspended cat intake to address health concerns.
Additionally, as the 4th of July approaches, pet owners are reminded to properly secure their animals during this time, as fireworks—though not permitted within city limits—are often set off at designated events around the area. The loud noises can startle pets, leading them to panic and potentially run away. Ensuring pets are safely indoors and secure can help prevent them from escaping during the celebrations.
The Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center is currently running a special promotion for free adoptions now through June 30. The shelter will be open from 11 AM to 6 PM on June 30 and is located at 1902 TX-66, Garland, TX 75040. The shelter encourages residents to visit, meet some of the adorable pets available for adoption, and give one a new home. The shelter shared on social media, “Let’s make it a weekend full of wagging tails and happy hearts!”
Meanwhile, the Rowlett Animal Shelter has announced a temporary suspension of all cat and kitten intake, adoptions, and fostering for two weeks due to concerns over panleukopenia, a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus for cats. This pause is effective immediately as the shelter takes necessary precautions to protect the health of its feline residents. During this period, the shelter will monitor and establish long-term isolation protocols for incoming cats. Rowlett Animal Shelter urges the community to consider alternative options for found kittens, such as reaching out to rescue groups or providing short-term care at home.
Lastly, Sachse Animal Shelter is also offering $0 adoptions to encourage residents to adopt pets in need. This initiative aligns with the effort to alleviate the overcrowding issue faced by local shelters.
These actions come amid a broader crisis affecting animal shelters across the area, where overcrowding has become a pressing issue. Local officials are urging pet owners to keep their pets and to spay and neuter them to help manage the population and prevent future crises.
For more information on the adoption events or to learn how to support local shelters, residents can contact their respective shelters directly.
