Abandoned animals

Garrett Coliseum Opens As Temporary Livestock Shelter For Michael Evacuees

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As thousands trickle into Central Alabama in the wake of Hurricane Michael, several facilities in the state have opened up as temporary livestock shelters — including Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery. The shelters are coordinating with the Alabama Dept of Agriculture & Industries, but are primarily operated by volunteers. The shelter opened at 7:30 Tuesday morning. Tuesday afternoon, officials told Alabama…

Abandoned Dogs Spark Concern in Dallas Co.

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From the West Alabama Newsroom– Abandoned animals are becoming a big problem in communities all around Dallas County. Brandi Williams of Valley Grande says people are dropping off unwanted pets on a road near where she lives. And now there are two groups of sickly looking, under-fed dogs roaming around the area. Williams says she’s speaking out the issue to…