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In response to "At least you'd need to be sure it was a no-kill shelter. You might be better off finding the time to volunteer for a rescue group..." by MojaveMeg

but many no-kill shelters actually have to turn away animals in order to maintain that status

Posted by kare (aka kare) Nov 27 '08, 08:24

low-kill is a better way to go imo, it's heart-breaking but when it's based on illnesses, etc. it's at least a little more humane. there's a huge overpopulation problem, it's gotta happen. but at least if you're directing your efforts towards fixing the bigger picture, e.g. spay and neuter programs, you can feel like you're still making a difference, you know? and that's bigger than the sadness you feel about all the injustices so many domestic animals suffer.

(rambling)

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You're right, of course. There are always those that can't be saved. BTW, we have a greyhound rescue group locally that I've been - MojaveMeg Nov 27, 08:30 3
- i do understand your point though is doing what you can within your threshhold. sorry, a soapbox opportunity. ;) - kare Nov 27, 08:32 2
  - Do you get the email newsletters from Best Friends? - MojaveMom Nov 27, 08:41 1
    - i'm glad they're doing that. -- nm - kare Nov 27, 09:13

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but many no-kill shelters actually have to turn away animals in order to maintain that status

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