Dogs And Cats Can Rejoice, Michigan Is Now A No-Kill State For Shelter Animals

Sep 13, 2019 by apost team

Everyone wants animals that are rescued to find good homes. Unfortunately, many states simply don't have the resources necessary to take care of every stray animal that comes through their system. That means that many animals who aren't claimed or adopted have to be put down. Luckily, some amazing areas are doing what they can to become no-kill states.

Some states are considered no-kill states, making it better for animals to find forever homes no matter how old they are. Just recently, Michigan became a no-kill state, according to WILX local news. The state reached their goal in 2018, meaning that 90% of all of their animals were either returned to their owners, adopted, or taken to another rescue organization or shelter. This was an amazing achievement for shelters all across the state.

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The MFPA, or Michigan Pet Fund Alliance, is an organization that offers many different programs that help homeless cats and dogs live longer, healthier lives. They offer awards, hands-on-training, grants, and mentoring to other organizations who may need additional help with their animals. They also organize grants that help rescue organizations pay their vet bills when the animals are elderly or special needs.

Deborah Schutt, the MPFA founder and chairperson, told WILX local news that the organization will continue to work closely with shelters and other rescue organizations to provide them with the assistance that they need.

The MPFA reported to the local news that over 120,000 cats and dogs were being put down in shelters all across the state every single year. Luckily, that number was from 2009. In 2018, the organization stated that the number dropped to over 13,000 for the entire year. While that is still too many animals to be put down, it is a remarkable difference.

We hope that more and more states begin to follow in Michigan's footsteps. If you can help out, do your best to adopt instead of shop. Even senior animals need homes, especially if they are special needs or may have a medical condition. With everyone working together, many states can work towards a no-kill status.

Have you ever adopted an animal from a shelter? Let us know in the comments, and then pass this on to others who will love to hear this wonderful news about Michigan!