How long are animals kept at the Shelter?
Once an animal has been surrendered to the RCHS, there is no set amount of time that it may be kept for adoption or before it is euthanatized. Some animals may never be offered for adoption. Others may remain available for adoption for weeks. Factors that determine if and how long an animal will be available for adoption include the animal’s health, behavioral and training history, behavior at the shelter, age, and the amount of kennel space available in the shelter. Every surrendered animal is re-evaluated daily with respect to these factors, and the most healthy, socially adjusted animals are assigned to the available space in the shelter.
