BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Amid a national increase in the number of dogs being euthanized in shelters, Kern County Animal Services is speaking out about its own crisis.
According to KCAS, through just the first five months of the year, the shelter received more than 1,350 puppies. That's more than at any point in the same time period over the past 10 years.
To help with the growing issue, KCAS is urging people to consider a new pet to adopt, rather than purchase a pet from a breeder. Additionally, they ask that current pet owners spay and neuter their animals, microchip them, and make sure they have a safe place to stay in the household.
