AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Animal Services is asking for the community’s help as the shelter reaches capacity with an increasing number of cats, kittens and larger dogs in its care.
The shelter said it is urgently looking for foster homes for 60 medium- to large-sized dogs, as well as temporary placements for cats and kittens. Officials said the recent influx of animals has left the shelter full.
People who volunteer to foster will receive food, supplies, medical care, medications and ongoing support from Austin Animal Services throughout the foster period.
Shelter staff said fostering gives animals a break from the stressful shelter environment and allows them to relax in a home setting. That can help pets show their personalities, improve their well-being and increase their chances of finding permanent homes.
For those who cannot foster or adopt, Austin Animal Services says there are still ways to help, including sharing adoption and foster opportunities with friends and family or making donations to support shelter operations.
Anyone interested in fostering or adopting can visit Austin Animal Services at 7201 Levander Loop. The shelter is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m..