‘We are drowning’ | Sevier Animal Care Center almost 30 dogs above capacity

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Sevier Animal Care Center has hit “crisis mode” as it is currently housing almost 30 more dogs than it can handle comfortably.

The center made an announcement Monday asking for volunteers, fosters and potential adopters to help out.

“We have over 70 canines with us, and starting to have to house outside… again," the center said. “We are drowning, we have some puppies that leave Friday night that only need a foster for a few days, we have SO MANY adult large breeds and even some small breeds that are just sitting here.”

That 70 number is 28 more than the center is equipped to handle, the shelter said.

The call to action asked people to come foster dogs, even if just for a few days. The center also asked people to volunteer at the shelter, saying only four people were in charge of caring for more than 100 animals.

The shelter is also not taking any more dogs, and won’t be until July 19. Starting Tuesday and until July 26, all dog adoptions are half-price.

Those interested in volunteering can check out this link.