10/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/28/2024 13:52
DATE: Monday, October 28, 2024
CONTACT: Meghan Barwick, Public Information Officer
Telephone: (229) 671-2491
Lowndes County Animal Shelter Awarded $3,000 Grant for Dog and Cat Sterilization Program
Lowndes County, Georgia - The Lowndes County Board of Commissioners is thrilled to announce that the Lowndes County Animal Shelter has received a $3,000 grant from the Georgia Department of Agriculture's Dog and Cat Sterilization Program. This funding will allow us to help pet owners in our community by offering resources for spaying and neutering their pets, directly supporting efforts to reduce pet overpopulation in Lowndes County.
Starting November 1st, 2024, the Lowndes County Animal Shelter will be distributing free spay and neuter vouchers exclusively for Pitbulls and Pitbull mixes. These vouchers will be available to Lowndes County residents only and can be picked up at the Lowndes County Animal Shelter, located at 337 Gil Harbin Industrial Blvd., Valdosta, GA 31601. Voucher distribution hours are Monday through Saturday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Program Guidelines:
We are excited to offer this opportunity to our community and look forward to making a difference in reducing pet overpopulation. For more information, please contact the Lowndes County Animal Shelter, 229-671-2760.