New York City's Animal Care Centers are facing a crisis with over 1,000 animals in their shelter system, prompting a suspension of intake for new dogs and cats. The organization emphasizes that one out of every three surrendered animals is a result of housing insecurity. Although adoptions have not significantly decreased, they remain flat. The ACC urges the public to seek help from friends or family before surrendering pets, and is actively soliciting the community for adoptions, foster homes, and donations to manage the crisis.
Animal Care Centers of NYC reports a record high of over 1,000 animals in its care, prompting a suspension of new intake for dogs and cats.
One out of every three animals surrendered is due to housing insecurity in New York City, emphasizing a pressing socio-economic issue impacting pet ownership.
Despite flat adoption rates, the ACC continues to seek public assistance in adoptions, fostering, and donations to alleviate pressures in their shelters.
ACC is still accepting animals with emergency medical needs or those posing public safety risks while encouraging residents to consider alternative options before surrendering.
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