INDIANAPOLIS — The death of a stray dog brought to Indianapolis Animal Care Services on South Harding Street by animal control officers was found to be pneumonia. The original concern was that it was kennel cough.
The original concern put the shelter on "emergency intake status." The pause was put into effect after a dog suddenly and unexpectedly died under 24 hours after first experiencing the illness.
Since then, IACS said the shelter has been cleared of for kennel cough, but extra precautions are still in place. The kennels are cleaned daily and temporary crates were removed from hallways for deep cleaning.
The shelter was still within a 14-day waiting period from when the dog that died showed symptoms — meaning there is still a pause before normal intake can resume.
Emergency intakes include animals that are injured or pose a threat to public safety.
Workers are also evaluating the intake process. Those surrendering an animal must make an appointment and fill out a form with as much detailed information as they can about their pet.
The number of intakes doesn't account for the number of dogs and cats animal control officers can also bring in.
The Indianapolis Animal Care Services shelter can be found at 2600 South Harding Street and will be open for adoptions daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.