As temperatures plunge below zero, the Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society is reminding pet owners to bring their animals inside.
Director Lorri Hare says while it may be an inconvenience, it could mean the difference between life and death.
If someone doesn’t have room in their home, the shelter is offering to house the animals.
"This type of weather is so extremely dangerous," Hare tells WKU Public Radio. "Many people don't realize it can be fatal not just domesticated animals, but also large animals. We just thought that as long as we had room, we would provide free boarding."
Hare says the shelter does not have the capacity to house large-breed animals such as livestock. The free boarding service is only open to dogs.
If someone doesn’t have transportation to the shelter, Hare says staff will come to their home and pick up the animal.
The boarding service will continue through Saturday when a warm-up is expected in the forecast.
