APA takes over pet adoptions

The Animal Care and Control (ACC) transformation has been in full swing since the contract with the Animal Protection Association to take over management of the shelter was executed in late August. The discovery and review process is progressing well with productive conversations about the division of labor between animal control and shelter functions, the division of the space at the Baur Shelter and the deep cleaning of kennels, offices, and storage areas. APA has extended offers of employment to many ACC staff currently working in functions related to shelter and veterinary operations. DPH and APA leadership consistently meet to ensure smooth communication and address challenges as they arise. At the time of the transition, the shelter had adopted out 427 animals over the course of 2022.