How long does it take for the humane society to put an animal to sleep if it hasn't been adopted?

Answer 1

I've worked at shelters for many years, and have found that it depends on each shelter, and where in the world it is located. Most will do their best to find a home - even if it means sending the animal to another city or even state (I am in Canada, but know that the USHS has moved animals between states). Your best resource would be to call the shelter itself, and talk to an employee.

Answer 2

It depends on the individual organization. I hate to say this, but I have an acquaintance that worked at the local humane society for 5 years, and he said there were times that the dog was put down before the owners had even left the parking lot. They for the most part to not guarantee to find your animal a home. If you are stuck trying to find a new place for a loved pet, I strongly suggest that you do alot of research and find either a no-kill shelter, which are hard to get into, a breed rescue group or an animal rescue group. I foster for a rescue group where I live. If you have a Petsmart close by, they work with rescue organizations, and they may be able to direct you to one that can be of assistance.

Answer 3

I know that the pound puts animals to sleep if their owners don't claim them in 10 days after they've been picked up without wearing a collar. My mom rescued a cat at the pound on day number 10, now the cat belongs to my daughter. You should always have a collar with an identification tag , so that in case your cat gets picked up by the pound, they can call and let you know that it's time to pick them up. I agree with this other girl, that the humane society won't put an animal to sleep unless it's sick or it's too mean not to be put up for adoption

Answer 4

I have worked for the humane Society and it all depends on the animal and how crowded the facility is. If they have room they will keep the animal as long as possible. If the animal Is old or sick and isnt likely to be adopted, it will be put down sooner than a younger healthier animal

Answer 5

That all depends on the shelter in question. Some shelters nowadays are "no-kill" shelters and will keep an animal indefinately until it is adopted. But, tragically the vast majority of shelters do have an 'expiry date' for these poor little animals.

Like I said, it all depends on the shelter, the time of year, and how much space and/or foster homes they have available to them at that point in time.

Answer 6

In my city, one week. We put down over 15,000 cats and dogs last year. It's very sad and in many cases it is the same people over and over dropping their unwanted pets off, usually kittens and puppies. Our town newspaper just had an article this past weekend about the toll it takes on people who have the job of killing this many unwanted animals every day.

Answer 7

in some states it takes more than 90 days for animals to be put down

Answer 8

The answer is different for different cities. You will have to call your local or surrounding area animal shelter. Generally, 5 or 7 days in my area.

Answer 9

Usually 2-4 weeks.

Answer 10

It depends on the city, county, state, etc. Some areas euthanize animals quickly, others have the space to keep them around longer. Check with your local animal shelter.