The No-Kill Debate

Published 6 months ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader,

This is a HOT topic in shelter and rescue work right now. Managed intake sounds great on paper. It promises better planning, less overcrowding, and more thoughtful shelter decisions.

But what happens when the animal needs help today?

In my latest post, I’m breaking down the difference between open intake and managed intake, and why this conversation is not as simple as the polished talking points make it seem. Open intake shelters are often the safety net for animals no one else can or will take, while managed intake can be either a useful tool or a polite way to close the door.

This one is for anyone who cares about what happens after a shelter says, “We can’t take them right now.”

Read the full post here: Managed vs. Open

Roxanne

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for following, reading, and being part of the solution to the animal crisis. You are appreciated.

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