MADACC shelter over capacity as number of dogs climbs past kennel limit

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission is operating beyond capacity, housing 194 dogs in a facility designed for 149, according to a Monday, May 12, press release.

The agency, which serves as Milwaukee County’s only open-admission shelter for stray animals, continues to accept all strays from within the county. MADACC is asking for public assistance through adoptions, temporary foster care and donations.

"We are an open admissions stray facility for Milwaukee County, so if it is a stray or injured animal from Milwaukee County, we can't say no. We don't say no. But we need help," said MADACC's Kate Hartlund. 

Staff says that every adopted or fostered animal frees space for incoming strays.

Officials note that rapid reunifications help reduce crowding and improve conditions, so owners of lost pets are asked to check MADACC daily to look for lost animals.

Anyone who can contribute to helping MADACC can click here for more information, or can visit them in person at 3839 W. Burnham St.