During the County Public Safety Committee meeting Tuesday, Josie Lowery, animal control director, announced that the shelter had been recognized for a prestigious award.
Bedford County Animal Control has been recognized by Best Friends Animal Society as a "no-kill" animal shelter with a 90 percent save rate for calendar year 2024.
"You have joined an elite group of organizations across the country who are leading the way to making us a no-kill nation," said Best Friends CEO Julie Castle in a letter to BCAC director Josie Lowery.
"This accomplishment represents much more than a number. It represents a culture of caring and compassion. It represents a dedicated staff, committed volunteers, and motivated supporters. It represents innovative, thoughtful programming. And it represents extraordinary leadership, both within your organization and within our broader animal welfare movement."
Best Friends Animal Society is a not-for-profit animal welfare organization based in Kanab, Utah. It has a partnership network with shelters and rescue groups across the country.
