Missy Mosby - MM Lovin Local

2 days ago

Yesterday, the Monday after a holiday, I knew it was going to be a challenge. I knew we would be full, but I had no idea just how full until I walked through the shelter doors.

I went into work even earlier than normal to see what we were up against… and it was a tough reality. Not a single kennel was available. All of the floor crates were full. Five dogs were being housed in the room we normally use for animals needing extra monitoring. A few were even in our outdoor runs.

In the past, when situations like this happened, ACOs knew they might be asked to euthanize dogs that have been there the longest to open kennel space. But that is not how we operate now at EACC. We believe people deserve the chance to reclaim their dogs who may have gotten loose because of Easter visitors, an open gate, or an unlocked fence. To me, euthanizing as the first answer on a Monday, especially after a holiday, is not the answer to a full shelter.

So I went into work with a plan, and thankfully, my team was already moving into action.

Officer Kocis, Officer Blair, and I started posting, calling microchip numbers, reaching out to rescues, and asking our community for help.

And guess what? You did not let us or our lost and abandoned furbabies down.

We had 4 reclaims.
2 dogs were pulled by Warrick Humane Society.
3 dogs were pulled by PAAWS No-Kill Animal Rescue.
Our Monday and Friday volunteers, Amy Davison Wells & Abby Wells, showed up to make videos to help get dogs adopted. They even gave Flash & Bobsy Freedom Rides to WHS.
Our volunteer walkers showed up to make sure the dogs could burn off some energy (I would still love to know how many miles Tiffany walks in a week).
Lost-and-found sites started sharing and posting.
Paws and Claws of Evansville quickly jumped into action again.
And YOU, our community, shared our plea for help.

Because of all of that, we made it through the day.

Usually when I’m faced with a day like this, I get in my car, take a drive to clear my head, and quite honestly… leave so no one asks me if we are going to euthanize. But yesterday was different.

Yesterday, it finally clicked for me and for our team that we can do this. We have wonderful pawtnering rescues willing to help when they have room and fosters. We have a community that supports us. And we can get through even the darkest Mondays when we all work together.

I cannot tell you how proud I am of my team. Our ACOs and dispatchers absolutely rocked it yesterday. Our volunteers knew we were in emergency mode, and they shined even brighter. Our rescues worked hard to find fosters and open spots so they could help us. And our social media friends stepped up more than ever before.

I’m up early again today, preparing myself for another day of begging people to reclaim, begging for adopters and fosters, and begging people to be responsible pet owners so I do not have to make that difficult decision and ask my team to do something they never want to do.

I just want you to know this—yesterday proved something powerful.
When this community shows up, lives are saved. Period.

So today, we keep going. We keep fighting. And with this army behind us… we are not backing down. 🐾

#thankyouforyoursupport
#EACC
#JoyfulMoments
#reclaimyourpets
#teamworkmakesthedreamwork
#TeamworkWins ... See MoreSee Less

+1

Missy Mosby - MM Lovin Local

3 days ago

Did you know it’s National Dress Like Your Director Day! Not really, but Lacy says it is at Evansville Animal Care & Control (Official)!

#Twinning
#twinningiswinning ... See MoreSee Less

Missy Mosby - MM Lovin Local

4 days ago

This past week has been a heavy one for all of us at EACC… and we want to be honest with you about what we’re facing.

We’ve had 3 dogs hit by cars, 2 very sick puppies, a young dog struggling with respiratory issues, and another sweet soul suffering from a prolapsed anus—all requiring urgent medical care and currently being treated at Highland Vet.

Despite every effort, every prayer, and every ounce of love…
💔 Momma dog did not make it.

She made it through surgery, but her little body just couldn’t keep fighting. We are heartbroken. We tried to save you, sweet Momma… and we will carry you with us always. See you at the Rainbow Bridge.

There is some hope to hold onto…
Her daughter is improving each day.
Our other dog who was hit by a car and had surgery is recovering.
The two sick pups are getting stronger.
And Hazel and King continue to show us their resilience.

But the reality is—this level of care comes at a cost, and we are now facing a very large vet bill.

💙 If you’ve ever wanted to help… this is one of those moments.

We will be hosting a Golf Scramble to support our Spirit Medical Fund, so we can continue saying “yes” to animals who need urgent care.

📅 Save the Date: Friday, June 12
⛳ Shotgun Start: 8 AM

More details are coming soon on sponsorships, hole sponsors, and team registration.

Every swing will help save lives.
Every dollar helps us say “yes” to the next emergency.

Thank you for standing with us… even on the hardest days. 🐾💔

#SpiritMedicalFund #EACC #RescueMatters #EveryLifeCounts #Evansville #SaveTheDate #GolfForGood ... See MoreSee Less

+1