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Bertie County officials to discuss animal welfare concerns

Beaufort County Animal Services, Washington NC Facebook Page

The Bertie County Board of Commissioners will meet tonight to address growing concerns about local animal welfare.

During their six p.m. meeting in Windsor, Animal Control Officer Skip Dunlow is expected to provide a formal update following recent state enforcement actions.

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Veterinary Division recently issued a civil penalty and warning to the Bertie County Animal Shelter, after a November inspection that uncovered multiple violations of state animal care laws and shelter regulations. The Bertie County Humane Society is also facing scrutiny after being cited for similar issues.

Tonight’s (Monday) discussion is expected to outline how the county plans to bring its facilities into compliance and ensure the proper treatment of animals currently in its care.

Annette is originally a Midwest gal, born and raised in Michigan, but with career stops in many surrounding states, the Pacific Northwest, and various parts of the southeast. An award-winning journalist and mother of four, Annette moved to eastern North Carolina in 2019 to be closer to family – in particular, her two young grandchildren. It’s possible that a -27 day with a -68 windchill in Minnesota may have also played a role in that decision. In her spare time, Annette does a lot of kiddo cuddling, reading, and producing the coolest Halloween costumes anyone has ever seen. She has also worked as a diversity and inclusion facilitator serving school districts and large corporations. It’s the people that make this beautiful area special, and she wants to share those stories that touch the hearts of others. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.