Animal welfare groups are pushing for better access to shelters. A significant number of counties in Tennessee lack an animal shelter, which creates challenges for those helping animals in need.

Roughly one-third of the state's counties do not have a shelter, leaving a gap in services. This forces groups to rely on neighboring counties and rescue organizations for support.

Further details about this issue and the efforts to address it are available from the source, providing more insight into the challenges faced by animal welfare groups and the impact on animals in need.