Four governments owe a significant amount for animal services. The total debt is around $1.5 million, with the largest amount owed by El Paso County at about $1 million. Other entities owing money include San Elizario, Horizon, and Fort Bliss, with debts ranging from $84,000 to $261,000.

These debts have accumulated despite all seven contracting entities renewing their agreements on September 1. The city had increased the intake fee for accepting and caring for animals from $60 to $100 in 2024, which led some entities to stop or delay payments last year.

Further details on the debt and the entities involved are available from the source. The debt amount had been higher in mid-July, at around $1.8 million, but some entities have since paid down their bills.