The Commission on Animal Control and Welfare Debates No Kill Legislation for San Francisco
On Thursday, August 13, 2009, the San Francisco Commission of Animal Control and Welfare will be finalizing their discussion about how to make San Francisco a “No Kill” city through legislation or a city-wide coalition. A No Kill policy would ensure that no savable animal (including thosethat are sick, injured, unweaned, traumatized, or feral) is euthanized in San Francisco shelters.
In 2008, over 1300 cats and dogs were killed in San Francisco shelters, and the save rate was 87%. The save rate for other animals (non-cats and non-dogs) is considerably lower at approximately 50-60%.
Animal advocates, such as FixSanFrancisco.org, Nathan Winograd from the No Kill Advocacy Center, and Gregory Castle from the Best Friends Animal Society, argue that San Francisco can save more sheltered pets. Many San Francisco animal rescues also support saving more lives. Other organizations, however, argue that San Francisco shelters are doing the best they can.
The next meeting is Thursday, August 13, 5:30pm at City Hall, Room 408. The public is encouraged to attend to express their opinions on the topic.
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