Position Statements (in progress - updated 3.17.2025)

We support the ZERO-Kill model of sheltering and vehemently oppose the killing of any companion animal that is not irremediably suffering.

We support the ZERO-Kill model of sheltering and vehemently oppose the killing of any companion animal that is not irremediably suffering.

We support using "Mixed" as the only Dog Breed Label in Shelters.

We support the ZERO-Kill model of sheltering and vehemently oppose the killing of any companion animal that is not irremediably suffering.

We support discontinuing the use of the 2004 Asilomar Accords Reporting Metrics and Definitions

We support using common Scientific Terms with accurate definitions in Sheltering and oppose using euphemisms

We support moving away from castration and complete hysterectomies in sheltering and moving to Vasectomies, Tubal Ligations, and Ovary Sparing Spay

We support moving away from castration and complete hysterectomies in sheltering and moving to Vasectomies, Tubal Ligations, and Ovary Sparing Spay

We support moving away from castration and complete hysterectomies in sheltering and moving to Vasectomies, Tubal Ligations, and Ovary Sparing Spay

We support moving away from castration and complete hysterectomies in sheltering and moving to Vasectomies, Tubal Ligations, and Ovary Sparing Spay

We oppose killing feral or tame/social unowned and free-roaming Community Cats that are not irremediably suffering

We support moving away from castration and complete hysterectomies in sheltering and moving to Vasectomies, Tubal Ligations, and Ovary Sparing Spay

We support moving away from castration and complete hysterectomies in sheltering and moving to Vasectomies, Tubal Ligations, and Ovary Sparing Spay

We support full transparency and annual detailed reporting by all shelters whether they are taxpayer-funded, donor-funded non-profits, or a combination of both

We support shelter hours that allow the public to visit and view animals 8 hours per day or more, 6 days per week or more, on Saturday and Sunday, and we oppose appointment-only viewing

We support full transparency and annual detailed reporting by all shelters whether they are taxpayer-funded, donor-funded non-profits, or a combination of both

We support volunteer-staffed off-site adoption events for all shelters held every Saturday, Sunday, and weekday evenings

We support shelter hours that allow the public to visit and view animals 8 hours per day or more, 6 days per week or more, on Saturday and Sunday, and we oppose appointment-only viewing

We support full transparency and annual detailed reporting by all shelters whether they are taxpayer-funded, donor-funded non-profits, or a combination of both

We support shelter hours that allow the public to visit and view animals 8 hours per day or more, 6 days per week or more, on Saturday and Sunday, and we oppose appointment-only viewing

We support shelter hours that allow the public to visit and view animals 8 hours per day or more, 6 days per week or more, on Saturday and Sunday, and we oppose appointment-only viewing

We support shelter hours that allow the public to visit and view animals 8 hours per day or more, 6 days per week or more, on Saturday and Sunday, and we oppose appointment-only viewing