Not all dogs get the chance to make the transition from the dog shelter to good homes, but more and more are doing just that these days. The shelter was opened 20 years ago and today an average of 200 dogs a month spends time there.
Some owners soon claim their dogs, new owners take others, but for others it is death row.
The Council's animal control section employs eight officers. They resolve many dog-related complaints and issues, impound stray and unwanted dogs. Also, there are wandering cattle and other livestock to round up at times. The officers visit local kindergartens and schools to teach children about bite prevention, animal care and handling, responsible pet ownership and laws relating relate to dogs. The outcome of an efficiency team review has increased the service to seven days a week, with emergency investigation daily after 6pm.