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| | Humane Society of Etowah County |
 | | The Humane Society of Etowah County was established in 1973 as a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the prevention of cruelty of animals, the relief of suffering among animals, and the extension of humane education as set forth in the by laws of the Society. |
 | | The current shelter facility is in the old City of Gadsden dog pound, which has been enlarged over the years from the original 10 dog runs to the present 40 runs, including compartments that house puppies, small dogs, cats, kittens, chickens, squirrels, opossums, guinea pigs, rats, pigs, snakes, goats, and the occasional horse. |
 | | Funding from county and municipal service agreements provide a portion of operating expenses. |
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