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Verona emergency shelter seeking volunteers to walk dogs next week

Crystal Graham
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The emergency animal shelter in Verona will be closed to the public over the long holiday weekend. However, normal hours will resume on Tuesday, June 20.

The shelter was set up temporarily after more than 40 animals were seized in Augusta County living in awful conditions with little access to clean water, according to court records.

With the animals now removed and receiving proper care, there is a need for some extra help from volunteers.

Shenandoah Valley Animals Services Center is looking for dog walkers available daily from 3-4 p.m. next week in Verona.

Anyone interested in assisting with the animals is asked to call (540) 430-6454.

“We thank you for your continued support,” an alert sent from Augusta County Friday read. “Your generosity has been overwhelming.”

Donations may also be dropped off at the Augusta County Government Center in Verona Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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