For the purpose of this discussion, we define transports as moving dogs and cats across state borders while transfers are done within the state.

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We recognize that both are more intermediate ways to save dog and cat lives. They are not, however, a long-term solution because the model cannot and will not be sustained. What happens when everyone else is full too?

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We understand the use of both as long as they are used as a fill-gap, especially transports.

 

It is troubling when tranports/transfers are a top shelter outcome because it means finding someone else to help your animals. By shipping animals elsewhere, you avoid your responsibility to improve the situation in your community.

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Shelters must implement a spay/neuter program as a longer term approach to saving lives and humanely reducing the number of homeless dogs and cats.

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