Is it ethical for any shelter to turn away animals in need? Some shelters do so daily, but they wear the "no-kill" halo nonetheless. These are also known as "limited-admission" shelters. Our thoughts on this apply to any shelter that turns away animals in need, regardless of the label.Main Issues with "No-Kill"1. It's Misleading: "No-kill" shelters can still euthanize up to 10% of animals and keep the label, which might surprise people. The 90% save rate isn’t based on science - it’s just a number that caught on over time.2. Selective Intake: "No-kill" shelters can (and often do) turn animals...Read More