Pet shelters at capacity as population explodes in Hillsborough County

Nearly every kennel at the Pet Resource Center in Hillsborough County is occupied by a fast-wagging tail or curious bark. There are so many dogs and cats waiting to be adopted. The capacity issue is playing out at shelters across the country. According to the National database Shelter Animals Count, 3.3 million cats and 3.2 million dogs entered shelters and rescues in 2023.