Animal Shelter Overwhelmed: 200 Animals Dropped Off Last Weekend

HOUSTON, TX — It was a busy Memorial Day Weekend at the Harris County Animal Shelter, which took in about 200 animals over the long weekend.

One of those dogs was Lee, a small white poodle who was left in a crate with a note attached, begging the staff to please find Lee a good home.

“Can you please take care of my dog? He’s a great puppy, I just couldn’t afford to keep him,” the note read in part.

The former owner added that Lee doesn't bite, but will bark and that he is loved.

Despite being abandoned, Lee is one of the lucky dogs who is being fostered until he can find a new home.

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According to its Facebook page, the Harris County Animal Shelter experienced its highest intake of animals over the long weekend and has 375 adoptable cats and dogs available to take home or pets that can be fostered until they are ready to go to their new home.

The shelter is located at 612 Canino Road and open from 1-5:50 p.m. daily, and animals can be viewed online at CountyPets.com.

If you are interested in fostering a cat or a dog, contact the shelter at foster@phs.hctx.net.

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