Felipe Aguilar speaks with Loretta Burks, Shelter Assistant, Otero County Animal Shelter. She explains why stray animals and animal overpopulation can pose a Public Health and Public Safety risk to a community. Burks provides practical advice about how being a “Responsible Pet Owner” may help to mitigate the challenges that the community faces. Burks also shares practical tips for families to consider before getting a pet. She addresses public misconceptions’ regarding dog breeds deemed to be aggressive, such as Pit Bulls. More information is available online at (https://co.otero.nm.us/355/Animal-Shelter).
Original airdate: 6/11/2023
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Felipe joined EMF in 2003 and he covers South, Central, and West Texas, New Mexico, and San Juan, PR, including the major market of San Antonio.
