The State of Canine Welfare

THE ASKInform, educate, generate creative solutions, and share your knowledge. Knowledge is power and you are powerful!2023 was not a good year for dogs in Colorado or nationally. Shelter intake is up, adoptions are down, and euthanasia is on the rise. We cannot change the past that got us to this desperate point, but we can change the future! 70% of dogs entering shelters nationwide are either STRAYS or OWNER RELINQUISHMENTS. By reducing this number, we can significantly reduce the rate of euthanasia in our shelters. Here’s what you need to know. STRAYS: Dogs can roam far from home and,...Read More

Canine Community Gathering: Keeping Dogs Out of Shelters

National Canine Advocacy Group proudly hosted its first Canine Community Gathering on March 1, 2023. The theme for the night was Keeping Dogs out of Shelters and discussion topics were: Trends in sheltering of dogs in Colorado, Reasons for dog intake in Colorado, Distribution of outcomes in Colorado, Areas where we can make an impact as a community, and Steps we can take as individuals to make an impact. Couldn't make it live?  Watch the Replay Now