Kenton County Animal Services has welcomed Tamara Goforth as its first-ever staff veterinarian. Goforth brings more than four decades of veterinary experience to her new role, including expertise in shelter medicine, preventative care and emergency treatment, per an announcement from the shelter. Her addition to the team will ensure animals in the facility receive timely […]
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Animal shelter pleads for adoptions amidst overcrowding
The Pendleton County Animal Shelter is asking for community and beyond to adopt dogs as it is on the verge of making harsh choices due to its capacity being exceeded, and other NKY shelters are also facing similar issues.
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Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week to Come This April
Kenton County has announced that April 14 through 20 will be recognized as Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week. As the only animal control agency in Kenton County, Kenton County’s Animal Control is being acknowledged for its dedication towards animal services in all 19 cities within Kenton County. During the Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting on […]
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Kenton County Animal Services seeks help from public for overpopulation
Kenton County Animal Services (KCAS) has reached an overpopulation of dogs in their care and is looking to the public for help in the form of adoptions, fosters and rescues. In January, KCAS took in 194 animals, 117 dogs and 77 cats. Compared to January 2022, this is a 52% increase. The facility can safely […]