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August Euthanasias and Hope for Midland | Odessa News
Midland Animal Services battled a brutal August, euthanizing 151 animals amid a parvovirus surge and overcrowding — the lowest live release rate of the year at just 63%. Despite the grim numbers, they still found homes for 99 pets, reunited 58 with owners, and transferred 131 to rescues. While below their year-to-date average of 76%, the shelter’s performance remains stronger than past years — especially when compared to a 48% success rate in 2023 and 54% in 2025. To fight future outbreaks, they’re launching a low-cost vaccine clinic on October 17th, aiming to keep pets healthy and shelters…
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