Many animal shelters across the nation are currently experiencing an overflow of animals, mostly cats and dogs, being brought in and the Kentucky River Regional Animal Shelter is no exception. Workers in the shelter claim the lack of volunteers is hardly a match to the continuous intake of animals, especially during this time of the year. 

According to the shelter’s manager, Allie Mullins, the Kentucky River Regional Animal Shelter is housing approximately 200 animals, which is well over their capacity, said Mullins. She continued, explaining that every two weeks, the shelter sends out to rescues in other areas.