Shelter Waives Adoption Fees Amid Overcrowding

CONROE, TX -- With more than 900 adoptable dogs and cats, the Montgomery County Animal Shelter is bursting at the seams.

As a result, the shelter has waived adoption fees indefinitely, and is also asking for help from anyone who can foster a dog or cat until they can be adopted.

Officials said the shelter took in 80 pets on Tuesday alone.

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MCAS also reiterated its commitment to saving the lives of unwanted pets that are brought into their facility, and making sure each pet has the best chance at finding a loving home.

Officials said that if you find a lost dog to please try to find the owner before bringing the dog to the shelter. Vet offices or pet stores can scan for a microchip. Post flyers in the location where the dog was found. Post on social media "Lost Pet" sites, or neighborhood groups.

If you find what you think are abandoned kittens, officials said it may be best to wait at least 24 hours to see if the mother returns.

MCAS is located at 8535 Hwy 242 in Conroe, TX. The shelter is open 6 days a week for adoptions: Tues-Sun 11:30-5pm (adoptions end at 4:30pm) and is closed Mondays.

You can find a list of adoptable dogs and cats here.

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