CLAY COUNTY, Ind.  – The Clay County Humane Society is in a tough sport after having to take in 19 animals in the last 48 hours.

In some cases more than one animal is sharing a cage.

Recent changes in animal welfare laws mean that the shelter is taking in more animals that are considered neglected or abused.

They have already taken in more animals than the yearly average.

The shelter is in need of supplies like food and blankets.

Volunteers are also needed.

If you want to help contact the shelter here