Friends of Butler County Animals officially opens spay and neuter clinic

BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – The Friends of Butler County Animals has officially opened its facility to spay and neuter any animal in need.

With a new facility built on six acres of land, the shelter is making a significant impact beyond its own community. According to director Ruby Fooks, they are collaborating with 46 counties across five states, helping shelters and rescue groups provide affordable spay and neuter services.

“We’re not only saving lives here in our own community,” Fooks said, “We are impacting several communities statewide.”

With expanded space, tools and resources, the shelter is now equipped to save more animals than ever before.

Jeanie Locke, president of Friends of the Butler County Animals, emphasized the importance of the facility.

“I hope everyone realizes that what we’re offering is saving so many lives,” Locke said. “Our shelter is continually at code red with so many unwanted animals.”

Previously operating on less than an acre of land, the shelter can now take a proactive approach to animal welfare. The new clinic enables them to reduce overpopulation before it becomes a crisis. This expansion marks a crucial step in a long-term plan to improve animal care in the region.

Staff and supporters believe that spaying and neutering will drastically cut the number of homeless animals. With big dreams and a focused mission, they are determined to continue making progress. Future plans include building a new shelter and creating an educational center for the community.

The Friends of Butler County Animals is proving that with the right resources and dedication, real change is possible—one animal at a time.