(Dallas, OR) -- Polk County is set to open a new 12-kennel dog shelter on September 1, filling a gap in animal services left after the Oregon Humane Society ended its contract with the county last year. The shelter, built with federal rescue funds, includes heating, air conditioning, security cameras, and outdoor space for dogs. Officials say it will give agencies a reliable place for strays, dangerous animals, or dogs whose owners can't be found. Advocates welcome the new facility but warn its limited capacity may not fully meet the county's long-term needs.