INDIANAPOLIS — One local animal shelter in Indy is continuing to only allow a select few pets into its care after it has operated over-capacity for several years.
Indianapolis Animal Care Services (IACS) recently announced it will continue its emergency-intake status for animals as it tries to fight overcrowding.
While the focus of the status is to reduce overcrowding of animals, it will also help the shelter focus on improving the placement of animals as well as increase the number of stray animals returned to their owners.
The shelter says it has been operating well beyond capacity with up to 50 extra animals for multiple years, forcing dogs to be housed in offices, hallways and any other available space.
Now, IACS is implementing a new population management plan in hopes of eliminating the need for overflow housing, better medical care, more support for the staff and more.
In an effort to uphold IACS' capacity, euthanasia will be considered for animals when the shelter reaches 100% capacity. That decision will be made based on the animal's health, behavior and placement prospects.
The emergency-intake status was first initiated earlier this month after the sudden death of a dog 24 hours after showing signs of illness.
The shelter currently houses 189 dogs and 15 cats that are ready for adoption. If you or someone you know is interested, the 2600 South Harding Street location is open for adoptions daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
