Shelter overwhelmed with pets

Officials with the Humane Society for Hamilton County say they are in a crisis situation. The facility is already operating above capacity with nearly 600 animals, and more pet owners are dropping off animals as Thanksgiving nears. Rebecca Stevens, executive director of the shelter, said some people surrender their pets before the holiday because they plan to travel or host guests and don’t want to deal with an animal. The shelter is so full that it has animal cages in its lobby, kitchen and in offices. It plans a Black Friday adoption event featuring fees as low as $15 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. for any animal that has some black fur.