Terrebonne Parish opens shelter for pets

Terrebonne Parish officials have opened a temporary pet shelter at the West Houma Gym on Williams Ave.

The Courier reports this temporary shelter is only available for pets of those residents who will be staying at the parish shelter at the Houma Municipal Auditorium.

The pet owner is responsible for the animal's food and water, and walking the animal every morning and evening during the allotted time period.

Officials say you must register at Houma Municipal Auditorium before bringing your pet to the shelter.