The present arrangement for handling stray animals in Alcona County evolved informally between a local veterinarian & the Alcona Sheriff Department. The arrangement was never intended to be permanent, and suffers various problems. Under the arrangement, the animal clinic accepts strays from the Alcona Sheriff Department, with payment for this service being made on a per-animal basis.
Although this arrangement has been in effect for a number of years, it has been an ongoing strain on the employees and resources of the animal clinic. It also presents liability concerns, and fails to adequately address important goals such as returning lost animals to their owners and reducing companion animal overpopulation.
The Alcona Humane Society will offer the County the opportunity to overcome these problems while addressing the fundamental goal of relieving the stray animal problem in Alcona County. We have had an overwhelming show of support from the community in our initial efforts, including a sizable donation toward construction of our animal shelter building from an individual.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Alcona Humane Society:
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