The East Ridge Animal Shelter is turning to the community for help now that the facility has reached maximum capacity.

"Each day, an overwhelming number of dogs and cats find their way to the shelter, and every adoption not only saves a life but also opens up space for another animal in desperate need of safety and love,” city officials said.

The people who can’t adopt a pet and would like to help but are unsure of how, here are four other ways you can make a difference:

Spay & Neutering Service: A recent grant from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture is enabling the shelter to provide spay and neutering services to low-income households. With the cost of this critical service potentially exceeding $100 or more, qualifying East Ridge residents are encouraged to take advantage of th

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