Citing reports of possibly deadly infections, Delaware has banned the state’s shelters and rescues from accepting out-of-state dogs and moving shelter and rescue dogs from Delaware to out of state. The order, dated July 12 and signed by state veterinarian Karen M. Lopez, runs for 30 days. The order could be extended, it says. IN THE NEWS: Delawareans have won …
Humane Animal Partners, an animal shelter that has been serving Delaware for 150 years, is embracing a newish concept among shelters nationwide: pet retention. Instead of admitting every animal in need to the shelter, the nonprofit works with people to help them keep their animals in their homes. Sometimes, that involves resources, such as a food pantry, veterinarian care and …
