Midland Animal Services August Report Summary
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Euthanasia Rates: In August, 151 dogs and cats were euthanized, marking the shelter’s lowest live release rate of the year at 63%. This is a decrease from the year-to-date rate of 76%.
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Animal Outcomes:
- Adoptions: 99
- Returns to Owners: 58
- Transfers to Rescues: 131
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Euthanasia Breakdown:
- Medical Reasons: 59
- Quality of Life: 45
- Behavior Issues: 28
- Space Constraints: 19
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Intake Statistics:
- Total intakes in August: 437 (includes 345 strays, 71 owner surrenders, and 21 seized animals).
- Year-to-date intakes: 3,441.
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Live Release Rates:
- Year-to-date: 76%
- Monthly (August): 63%
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Upcoming Events: A low-cost vaccine clinic is scheduled for October 17, 2026, to address the rise in parvovirus cases.
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Top Transfer Partners:
- Fix West Texas: 55
- Whiskers and Tails: 39
- Others include Lonestar, Grand Companions, Midland Humane Coalition, Sassy’s Dog Rescue, and MASA.
This report highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Midland Animal Services amid rising disease rates, but also shows a commitment to improving outcomes for animals through adoptions and partnerships with rescue organizations. Community support is encouraged for upcoming vaccination efforts.
