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Wichita Animal Services reports nearly 900 intakes in September; free microchip event and partner clinics planned

Mayor's Briefing - Wichita City · October 17, 2025
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Wichita Animal Services said 447 cats and 441 dogs entered the shelter in September, with low reclaim rates; officials promoted a free microchip event Oct. 18 (registration required) and partner low-cost spay/neuter clinics to address overpopulation.

Emily Hurst, shelter manager for Wichita Animal Services, told the mayor’s briefing that the animal shelter received 447 cats and 441 dogs in September and urged residents to help reunite pets with owners and to pursue spay-and-neuter options.

"When animals do go up for adoption, they are spayed and…

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