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Mayor Bruce Harrell’s Proposed 2025-2026 Budget - Part 2: SAS Budget Trend

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Oct 303 min read

Mayor Bruce Harrell’s Proposed 2025-2026 Budget - Part 2: SAS Budget Trend

Adopted budget data from the City of Seattle shows an increasing trend in support of the Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS) from 2011 to 2024.

King County’s Regional Animal Services - an Overview

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Oct 252 min read

King County’s Regional Animal Services - an Overview

This article explores how an interlocal animal services contract works for King County.

Seattle Animal Shelter Returns: Curious Increases in 2023

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Sep 293 min read

Seattle Animal Shelter Returns: Curious Increases in 2023

A follow up on a previous article showing a sharp increase in animal returns post adoption from SAS in 2023.

Looking Beyond the Name: What Does the Seattle Animal Shelter Do?

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Sep 202 min read

Looking Beyond the Name: What Does the Seattle Animal Shelter Do?

This fact sheet is a short summary for Seattle residents about what Seattle Animal Shelter does.

Declining Rabbit Spay/Neuter Procedures: A Response from the City of Seattle

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Aug 312 min read

Declining Rabbit Spay/Neuter Procedures: A Response from the City of Seattle

The City of Seattle responds to the decline of rabbit spay/neuter procedures since 2016.

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Aug 263 min read

Why are Animals Surrendered?

There are a variety of reasons that someone may surrender a pet to a shelter. This article explores the reasons behind those surrenders.

The Importance of Data in Animal Welfare - Shelter Edition

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Aug 192 min read

The Importance of Data in Animal Welfare - Shelter Edition

This post explores the importance of data collection, data analytics, and data-informed decision making in animal shelters.

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Jul 312 min read

Seattle Animal Shelter Intake Data

A review of 2016-2023 intake data for Seattle Animal Shelter. Returns of adopted cats & dogs are at an all time high in 2023.

Seattle Needs a Citizen Advisory Group for Animal Services

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Jul 142 min read

Seattle Needs a Citizen Advisory Group for Animal Services

A citizen's advisory group for Seattle Animal Shelter would increase transparency, engagement, and ensure the needs of our city are met.

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Jul 82 min read

Does a Name Make a Difference?

Is it time to rename the Seattle Animal Shelter to Seattle Animal Services? This article explores why it might be a good idea.

The City of Seattle and Spay/Neuter Services: Unmet Needs?

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Jun 244 min read

The City of Seattle and Spay/Neuter Services: Unmet Needs?

A look at the data being the Seattle Animal Shelter's spay/neuter clinic since 2016.

Low-Income Households and Access to Spay/Neuter Services

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Jun 234 min read

Low-Income Households and Access to Spay/Neuter Services

In 2023, the WA State Veterinary Board of Governors modified the rules for veterinarians to restrict access to low-cost spay/neuter.

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May 142 min read

Animal Hoarding: Part 1

Animal hoarding is a serious issues that strains animal shelter resources. This series explores the complexities of hoarding cases.

Open Letter to Mayor Harrell re: Lack of Animal Services Planning for Seattle’s Future

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May 63 min read

Open Letter to Mayor Harrell re: Lack of Animal Services Planning for Seattle’s Future

Seattle Animal Watch, joined by other local animal welfare groups, sent an open letter to the Mayor regarding lack of animal services plans.

Donations and the Funding of Animal Services in Seattle

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Apr 253 min read

Donations and the Funding of Animal Services in Seattle

The City of Seattle relies on donations to fund animal services work. Should it? Residents already pay taxes for city-provided services.

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Apr 223 min read

The Poundmaster of Seattle

The Seattle Municipal Code language in Title 9 is antiquated and doesn't reflect today's world. It's time for an update!

📢 Action Alert: Speak out for Seattle's animals!

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Apr 114 min read

📢 Action Alert: Speak out for Seattle's animals!

Join us in letting our local government know that we want animal services addressed in the next iteration of the One Seattle Plan.

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Mar 273 min read

City of Seattle Response to One Seattle Plan Feedback on Missing Animal Services

The City of Seattle's response to our call for comprehensive animal services planning and animal service inclusion in the One Seattle Plan.

A Call for Comprehensive Animal Welfare Planning in Seattle

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Feb 258 min read

A Call for Comprehensive Animal Welfare Planning in Seattle

Critical gaps in animal services planning will have a growing impact on Seattle as our population explodes.

West Seattle’s Animal Cruelty Case - Lessons Learned

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Feb 22 min read

West Seattle’s Animal Cruelty Case - Lessons Learned

A West Seattle case illustrates some of the problems prosecutors face in trying to hold people accountable for animal cruelty.