MONTICELLO, INDIANA – New data from Best Friends Animal Society, a national animal welfare organization, reports Minnesota was “just 704 animals shy” of becoming a no-kill state.
Midwest Regional Director Stacy Rogers says Minnesota shelters took in 44,725 animals in 2023. Still, the number of animals saved isn’t enough to reach no-kill status, which requires 90% or more animals to leave shelters alive.
Rogers says, “We know that of the people planning to acquire a pet this year if only 6% more chose to adopt versus purchase their pets, the entire nation would be no-kill.”
Rogers says for those not looking to add a new furry friend to the family, people can help end shelter killing by spaying or neutering their pets, fostering kittens or adult dogs, volunteering, and donating.
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