Lake Dallas animal shelter to permanently close; Adoption fees waived through Sept. 30
The Lake Dallas animal shelter is permanently closing, the city announced in a news release following approval from the city council.
Starting October 1, All American Dogs in Pilot Point will handle animal services for Lake Dallas. The shelter currently serves 29 municipalities and helps all types of animals.
All Lake Dallas animal shelter adoptions are free through September 30.
"We are in an increasingly tight environment for municipal budgets in Texas," Lake Dallas City Manager Luke B. Olson said in a statement. "While it is difficult, closing the animal shelter and our animal services department will save taxpayers $200,000 over the next year, money that can be reinvested in providing essential city services and road projects for our growing community."
If a chipped animal is found and traced back to a Lake Dallas resident, All American Dogs will return it to its owner. In the event of a late-night rescue, Lake Dallas Police will transport the animal to police headquarters, providing food and water until it can be picked up, the city said.