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Animal services reports 96% live‑release rate for February; shelter credits rescue partners
Summary
Rosenberg’s animal services reported 59 intakes and 67 outcomes in February, with a 96% overall live‑release rate; staff highlighted rescue transfers and a large spay/neuter event that processed hundreds of surgeries.
City animal‑services staff presented the February 2026 monthly report to council, reporting a 96% overall live‑release rate (96% for dogs, 92% for cats, 100% for other animals). The shelter recorded 59 intakes (37 dogs, 15 cats, 7 other) and 67 outcomes, with two dogs euthanized for severe illness and one cat death during surgery.
Staff credited a number of rescue transfers for improved outcomes and highlighted a large spay/neuter event that performed 606 surgeries after being moved to the city. The animal control group fielded 90 dispatched assignments, investigated five bite cases, conducted one animal‑cruelty investigation and held three adoption events during February. Staff warned council to expect an increase in surrender denials as spring and summer approach and recommended outreach for resources such as food assistance for pet owners.
Council thanked staff for the work and commended the volunteer and partner organizations that supported the shelter. No formal council action was requested or taken on the report.
