Here are the answers to some of the questions we get about our hours of operation and staffing levels. The staff holds one staff meeting a week, generally on Wednesday. We try to take two 10-15 minute breaks in the day. There are many tasks that must be completed before 11 am, including cleaning and sterilizing all cages and kennels, food dishes and litter pans. The shelter floors and counter tops are also cleaned and sterilized.
Bedding is washed and dried.
Animals that need medical care are treated and regrettably, euthanasia that is required is administered. A lunch break is from 11 to noon. The shelter opens to the public at noon. During open hours, administrative work is done. Paperwork, meetings outside the shelter are attended, and phones are answered as time and tasks permit.