Upland Animal Shelter breaks adoption record in 2011
Upland Animal Services adopted out more animals during 2011 than previous years.
The new record of 1,841 surpassed 2010's record of 1,434.
The euthanasia rate also dropped from 920 in 2010 to 526 in 2011, showing a 42 percent drop in euthanasias over the course of one year.
"2011 was a great year for the dogs and cats in Upland, however there is still a lot of work to be done in saving many more lives," said Jon Knowlton, the city's animal services supervisor, in a city news release. "The credit for this turnaround goes to all the adoption partners, volunteers, rescue groups and the community who have consistently and continuously helped save lives throughout the year."
There were numerous special dogs and cats that found their new lifelong homes during 2011, including 17 beagles that were rescued from a puppy mill in Victorville by Chino Hills-based animal rescue charity Priceless Pets.
All 17 beagles that were taken in by the shelter have been adopted and are now living happier and healthier lives with loving families.
For more information on the shelter call 909-931-4185 or visit them at 1275 San Bernardino Road, inside Memorial Park.
View the animals up for adoption here: http://www.uplandpl.lib.ca.us/asp/Site/Living/AnimalShelter/Adopt/index.asp
