Sinton Animal Friends temporarily closing its doors after nearly a decade of rescuing dogs in need

SINTON, Texas — After nearly a decade of rescuing and caring for dogs, Sinton Animal Friends says it has reached a breaking point. "Taking a lot of them off the streets last year alone, we pulled from shelter and the community 619 dogs that got adopted..." Krystal Martinez said. Sinton Animal Friends temporarily closes doors amid overwhelming demandBut foster homes have become harder to find, and the pressure has grown. "We struggle to have a life other than rescue," Howington said. If the rescue reopens, volunteers say they will need more support — including reliable foster homes and land for a permanent facility.