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New York Post
LA dog killings reach record levels
Los Angeles's animal shelters have seen a 33% increase in euthanasia, with 2,172 animals killed through May, compared to 1,630 during the same period last year. The rise is attributed to overcrowding and a lack of prevention efforts, as budgets for spay-and-neuter programs have been reduced, and key enrichment initiatives have been eliminated. Rescue groups and advocates emphasize that insufficient focus on controlling unplanned litters worsens shelter overcrowding and animal deaths. Despite some efforts and new initiatives, the shelter system remains under significant strain amid ongoing debates over budget priorities.
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