Why do so many people surrender their animals? Is there something wrong with the animals?

Most animals are surrendered because the owner's circumstances change, not because there is anything wrong with the animal. People may find that they can no longer afford to care for their animal, they need to move and their new housing does not accept pets, or they no longer have the time to spend with them. Failure to spay or neuter a pet also results in hard-to-place litters, which are then brought to the shelter. Many animals brought to the animal shelter are healthy, temperamentally sound, and terrific companions for their new adopters.

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1. Can Lincoln County Animal Shelter (LCAS) help with providing food for my pets?
2. How do I find assistance with spay/neuter?
3. How do I find assistance with veterinary bills?
4. How is the Lincoln County Animal Shelter funded?
5. How many animals find homes?
6. What are the adoption fees?
7. What if the adoption isn’t working out? Can I return the pet?
8. What is included with adoptions?
9. Why do so many people surrender their animals? Is there something wrong with the animals?
10. Do you accept and adopt other animals?
11. Can I bring in a feral cat?
12. What do I need to do if my pet bites someone?
13. What should I do if I've been bitten by an animal?
14. What should I do if my dog or cat is exposed to an animal with rabies?
15. If I witness animal abuse or neglect, what should I do?
16. How do I report a barking dog or other nuisance?