Before You Bring a Loose Dog In: A Critical Request from Yancey Humane

We are facing a significant challenge at our shelter, and we are uncertain about how to address it effectively and honestly. Our facility was built in 2001, at a time when stray dogs and animal control were not major concerns. Outside the city limits of Burnsville, there were (and still are) no leash laws, and it was previously understood that most loose dogs would simply return home.However, the cultural landscape of our area has undergone substantial changes. Nowadays, if someone encounters a