In this June 3, 2021 photo Anthony “Buddy” Gurnari with Dogbreath Express Rescue Transport interacts with Millie and Mary during playtime at the Otero County Animal Shelter in Alamogordo, N.M. Officials at the county shelter and with Alamogordo Animal Control have reported an uptick in the number of animals surrendered. (Nicole Maxwell/Alamogordo Daily News via AP)

First Published: June 17, 2021, 4:00 a.m.
Updated: June 17, 2021, 5:30 p.m.