BELL COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — Animal advocates in Bell County are urging county leaders to increase funding and transition the local animal shelter into a no-kill facility after more than 600 dogs and cats have been euthanized in 2025 so far. Ahead of Monday’s budget vote, supporters are calling for resources such as an outreach coordinator to help network adoptions and reduce euthanizations. Precinct 4 Commissioner Louie Minor has voiced support for the changes, pointing to Williamson County’s $4 million shelter budget as a model compared to Bell County’s $620,000 allocation.

More than 600 dogs and cats were euthanized at the Bell County Animal Shelter in 2025 so far.

Advocates are pushing for the shelter to become a no-kill facility.

Requests to the Commissioners Court include an outrea

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