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FWACC Sees Surge in Strays and Litters as Temperatures Climb
<p>As spring temperatures rise, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control (FWACC) is seeing a sharp increase in stray animal intakes and litters, making it one of the busiest times of the year for the organization.</p>
<h2>Stray Intakes on the Rise</h2>
<p>Lisa Cain, FWACC’s Deputy Director of Field Operations, confirmed that warmer weather consistently leads to more stray animals coming through their doors.</p>
<p>“We have already seen a significant increase in stray animal intakes this month, which is a common trend with warmer temps,” Cain said.</p>
<p>More people spending time outdoors with their pets contributes to a higher number of lost animals. The shelter urges owners to report missing pets within 24 hours to improve their chances of being reunited.</p>
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<h2>Kitten Season in Full Swing</h2>
<p>Spring also marks the beginning of ‘kitten season,’ when shelters experience an influx of newborn cats needing care. Foster Coordinator Gina Thomas noted that their program is already handling a high volume of feline families.</p>
<p>“We are right on time with kitten season and already have 46 moms with babies in our foster program. Our fosters will be busy with babies through October,” Thomas said.</p>
<p>The demand for foster volunteers and donations is particularly high during this period, as the program operates solely on community support.</p>
<h2>How to Help and Stay Prepared</h2>
<p>For those looking to assist FWACC, several options are available:</p>
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<li>The shelter relies on donations and grants to support its foster program.</li>
<li>Volunteers are needed to help care for the influx of kittens.</li>
<li>Microchipping services are available at the facility for just $15, with no appointment required.</li>
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<p>Lost and found pets should be reported to FWACC as soon as possible to improve the chances of reunification. More details can be found on their official website.</p>
<p>As spring continues to bring warm weather, FWACC expects to remain busy, urging the public to stay proactive in keeping their pets safe and secure.</p>