DELAND, Fla. – Volusia County leaders are set to vote Tuesday on a proposal that could mean higher costs for pet owners across the county.

The county council will consider adopting a revised fee schedule for Volusia County Animal Services as it prepares to take over sheltering responsibilities from Halifax Humane Society. Halifax announced it will stop accepting stray and dangerous animals for the county starting Oct. 1.

Under the proposal, fees for spay and neuter surgeries would rise, with a large dog neuter increasing to $100, up from $65. Adoption fees for cats and senior dogs would drop to $25. Owner reclamation fees for unaltered pets picked up as strays would start at $100.

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Some residents voiced c

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