Stray Animals in Crisis | Laredo News

Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 8, 2026 · 1m

Stray animal control in the city is crumbling under budget cuts and staffing shortages, with vital programs like Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return slashed and spay/neuter services for owned pets already shut down after just seven months. With warmer weather bringing more animals—and disease—year-round, the situation is worsening. Only half the recommended animal control staff are on duty, leaving calls unanswered and shelters overwhelmed. But there’s hope: a long-planned new surgical suite could soon attract more vets and begin construction by October. Residents are urged to speak up to local…