Harrisburg Mayor Linda D.Thompson comments on the ongoing "dog drama" unfolding in her city.

Press release from the Mayor's office:

Police Relocate Temporary Animal Shelter to City Island (Harrisburg) -- City Bureau of Police moved a temporary animal shelter from the police garage in the MLK, JR City Government Complex to a larger facility on City Island today.

The shelter is equipped with two large walking cages, food, water, straw and donated dog food. Animals in custody are cleaned, fed, and walked by officer volunteers, in addition to their regular duties.

There are currently no animals in the temporary police shelter and the three stray dogs recently in custody were adapted out to police families over the last four days. The city contract with the Human Society is in process and, barring unforeseen negotiation delays, should be in place next week. In the meantime, the bureau of police is doing all it can to assure a safe and healthy holding place for stray animals in the city.

Robert J. Philbin Senior Advisor Director of Communications Office of The Mayor The City of Harrisburg P:717-255-3040 F: 717-255-3036

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