At-Risk Dogs – September 19, 2023

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These are all of the dogs that are currently on our at-risk list that are priorities to move out of the shelter. All adoption fees of these dogs are fee-waived in an effort to get them into homes. Our shelter continues to be at capacity, and we receive at least 30 new dogs, on average, every day. We need to find placement for these dogs to help make space for our new arrivals. Due to the fact that we have no open kennels and more dogs coming in than are going out, all the dogs on this list should be considered urgent placements. We are sharing this in an effort to find homes for these dogs as quickly as we can, so that we do not have to euthanize them because of how full we are.

The Canine Operations Team utilizes our complete at-risk spreadsheet to track the canines in our care while having a system of checks and balances. Being “at-risk” does not mean a dog is going to be automatically euthanized, however it is an opportunity for our organization to focus attention and advocate for at-risk dogs by finding ways to improve quality of life or find appropriate placement alternatives. We also track when we’ve marketed these dogs, if they go to playgroups, if they participate in Dog Day Outs, if they have a professional photo and a bio written, and much more. The at-risk list is also intended to help all KC Pet Project stakeholders emotionally prepare in the event that tough decisions are made. It’s not impossible for a dog to bypass the at-risk list and move to humane euthanasia if the situation warrants it. Dogs with a bite history or a medical emergency might be an example.

Featured dog in the photo is Otis.

Key:

Blue Names: Anyone who has a name that is highlighted Blue is needing immediate placement.

ZR stands for Zona Rosa Adoption Center.

PC stands for Petco Adoption Center at 95th and Quivira.

At Risk List (as of 9/19)

Sully
Pesci
Randy
Missy
Carson
Rooney
Junior Lee Roland
Chopper
Smokey
Chaco
Milo
Sinatra
Foxxie
Peter Pan
Roux
Grant
Toby
Gamora
Crumbs
Rouge
Missy May
Stella
Minoso
Quail
Caino
Charlie
Bruce Banner
Ohtani
Saberhagen
Bonnie
Verlander
Hogie
Aurelia
Roscoe Jenkins
Ripkin
Sariah Jane
George
Meadow (PC)
Bentley
Charlie Chaplin
Cleo
Presley
Nefeli
Everleigh
Elvy
Denali
Christo
Rumi
Radley
Daisy
Elliot
Roman
Femi
Mila
Bronson (PC)
Jetson
Ajax
Pink Cloud
Ollie
Bo Peep
Chili
Otis
Gargano
Groot
Owen

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