Berkeley Animal Center halts animal intakes due to overcrowding

The Berkeley Animal Center recently announced it is implementing an emergency moratorium on animal intakes due to severe overcrowding. As of June 18, the shelter will only accept animals that are injured, in danger, or present a danger to others.

The animal center is critically over capacity. The shelter is urging the community to consider fostering or adopting. Anyone who is missing an animal is also encouraged to visit BAC to see if the animal is in the shelter’s care. Reclaim fees will be waived until further notice.

The center is offering reduced adoption fees. Puppies are $100 and adult dogs are $25. Kittens and adult cats are $25.

“We are in an emergency, and we need the community’s help now more than ever. We are urging those who have never fostered or adopted to consider opening their homes and hearts to an animal in need,”  said Heather McDowell, Berkeley Animal Center executive director, in a statement.

Anyone interested in adopting or fostering can stop by the shelter at 131 Central Berkeley Drive in Moncks Corner. Fosters will be provided all necessary food and supplies for animal care. For more information, visit berkeleyanimalcenter.org.