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Pet fosters sought ahead of July 4; city ends armored car contract
By El Paso Matters
· June 26, 2026
· 5 min read
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Animal Services Calls for Fosters, Offers Free Microchipping Ahead of 4th of July
The Fourth of July holiday is one of the busies...
Key takeaway To free up space, El Paso Animal Services is calling for residents to foster current pets.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The city's call for pet fosters ahead of the Fourth of July holiday is a crucial reminder of the importance of community support for El Paso's Animal Services. With the agency's shelters already nearing capacity after taking in nearly 600 animals last week, the need for residents to step up and provide temporary care for current pets is urgent. By doing so, El Pasoans can help ensure that lost pets have a better chance of being reunited with their families. The free microchip and identification tag events hosted by the county are a valuable resource for pet owners, and the recommendation to create a free pet profile through Petco Love Lost can help streamline the process of reconnecting lost pets with their owners. As the city prepares for the busy holiday weekend, residents can make a tangible difference by fostering a pet or taking advantage of these free resources.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: El Paso Matters ·
Reading time: 5 min
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Animal Services Calls for Fosters, Offers Free Microchipping Ahead of 4th of July
The Fourth of July holiday is one of the busies...
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