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I spent last Friday and Saturday at the Moore County Animal Center. "Last week was a good week, we were able to adopt out 7 dogs." Paul Tillman told me. They had to euthanize about 35. Many of the dogs and cats euthanized at the shelter had been hit by cars, had mange beyond control, or other issues that deemed them unadoptable. However many would have also made great pets had they been given the chance. I was impressed by the cleanliness of the facility, the dedication and compasion of the staff, and the care the animals recieve. There are few things sadder than holding a dog that's wagging it's tail as you have to euthanize it simply because no one wants it. There were many sad moments while I was there however there were also many moments of hope for some these animals.