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This article reviews key trends in U.S. animal sheltering, including major declines in euthanasia and intake. It also highlights ongoing issues like regional disparities and resource gaps that impact shelter operations

Rowan, Andrew N

WellBeing News 
Volume 7 
Issue 5 WellBeing News - Vol. 7, Issue 5 Article 3 
6-11-2025 
U.S. Animal Shelter Demographics: Trends & Issues 
Andrew N. Rowan 
WellBeing International, arowan@wellbeingintl.org 
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Rowan, Andrew N. (2025) "U.S. Animal Shelter Demographics: Trends & Issues," WellBeing News: Vol. 7: 
Iss. 5, Article 3. 
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