4b Backup HASS — original pdf

Backup

Animal Advisory Commission Meeting October 12, 2020 Agenda Item 4b Backup submitted by Commissioner Ryan Clinton The Human Animal Support Services ("HASS") initiative includes planning and implementing the following programs: • Supporting and encouraging owners of pets to rehome their animals rather than burdening the shelter system. • Supporting and encouraging persons who find pets to return the animals to their owners. • Supporting pet owners who want to keep their animals by providing, if necessary, veterinary medical and behavioral support. • Working to find outcomes for animals before they enter the shelter system (or as soon as • possible thereafter). Improving services to traditionally underserved communities and those that may lack the resources necessary to utilize existing shelter services. HASS does not include: • Closing intake. • Long waiting periods for adoptions, owner surrenders, or stray intake.