By Jason Evans

Staff Reporter

jevans@thepccourier.com

PICKENS — Pickens County residents can help reduce intake numbers at the Pickens County Animal Shelter by spaying or neutering their pets, according to a statement released by the county.

County spokeswoman Jamie Burns said the shelter had an intake of more than 300 animals per month all summer long.

“In June, that number rose to almost 400,” Burns said. “This equates to more than 10 animals being surrendered to the shelter every single day. They are nearing capacity with those numbers.”

County officials are seeking to raise awareness about the importance of

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