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Residents press Moore County commissioners over animal shelter euthanasia, transparency and volunteer access
Summary
Multiple Moore County residents urged the board to investigate high euthanasia rates at the county animal shelter, questioned temperament testing and rescue notification procedures, and asked for longer holding times, improved volunteer programs and clearer accounting for shelter spending.
Several Moore County residents used the public comment period Dec. 2 to press commissioners for changes at the Moore County Animal Shelter (MCAS), alleging high euthanasia rates, inadequate temperament testing and poor communication with rescue organizations.
Amy Ference, who identified herself as a third‑generation Moore County resident, said she tried to adopt a puppy she called "Copper" but was told the animal was euthanized immediately after the 72‑hour stray hold because he was a possible risk to chickens. "Why was this puppy immediately euthanized and…
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