In its continued efforts to help control pet overpopulation, Hays County Commissioners Court proclaimed February as Spay & Neuter Awareness Month. This coincides with World Spay Day on February 23, created by the Doris Day Animal League in 1995 (originally called Spay Day USA). The day is recognized in nearly 70 countries worldwide.
According to Sharri Boyett, the volunteer Animal Advocacy Advisor and Community Liaison of Hays County, in FY 2020, the regional animal shelter in San Marcos took in 4,242 animals, which was a 10.7 percent decrease from 4,751 in FY 2019. In FY 2020, 1,368 animals were adopted, representing a 6.4 percent increase from FY 2019.
During a recent Commissioners Court meeting, Boyett thanked the court members for their continued support and leadership.
