Teenager kennel technician slept with dog at animal shelter during Texas snowstorm

The world is aware of the incredible snow storms and freezing weather engulfing Texas made worse by the power outages caused by what appears to be a less than robust electricity supply. People are in danger and we must not forget the animals. The feral cats are no doubt dying or barely surviving in the extreme weather.

Teenager kennel technician slept with dog at animal shelter during Texas snowstorm. Image: Marion Area Humane Society shelter.

Some animal shelters have suffered power cuts. The animals have been saved by foster carers who have taken them into their homes which have been heated. This story is about Emily, the youngest kennel tech at an area animal shelter: the Marion Area Humane Society shelter.

I'm told by 10TV that she drove to the snow at 8 p.m. on Monday and then spent the entire night in the shelter snuggled up to Flo a pit bull mix sleeping with her in her kennel. An example of complete dedication. Another technician, Riley, promised to drive in early Tuesday to check on the dogs and cats as well.

Riley gave the distinct impression when interviewed that the staff at the shelter are truly dedicated. She said that the cats and dogs at the shelter are like their children which is fully understandable and the staff will do all they can to look after them and the difficult circumstances.

"All these animals are our babies. We know all their names, although traits. Every single one of our staff members would be here if they could no matter what."

There are fifteen dogs and more than thirty cats at this shelter. They are in good hands. They deserve a big pat on the back for their commitment to the welfare of the animals in their charge.