Factors Affecting Spokanimal
SpokAnimal is a nonprofit animal adoption center based in Spokane, Washington, whose mission is to “address critical issues surrounding the pets in their care, whether that be overpopulation, illness or special needs animals” (SpokAnimal, 2015a).
SpokAnimal main “priority has [always] been taking in animals from area shelters whenever the need arises” (SpokAnimal, 2015b). However, a major issue affecting SpokAnimal is the increase in displaced or abandoned animals as a result of recent wildfires. As of 2014, SpokAnimal regularly takes in about 3,301 cats and dogs within a year (SpokAnimal, 2015c). This number has only increased since the fires have broken out all over the state, and SpokAnimal simply does not have the staff or volunteers they
SpokAnimal main “priority has [always] been taking in animals from area shelters whenever the need arises” (SpokAnimal, 2015b). However, a major issue affecting SpokAnimal is the increase in displaced or abandoned animals as a result of recent wildfires. As of 2014, SpokAnimal regularly takes in about 3,301 cats and dogs within a year (SpokAnimal, 2015c). This number has only increased since the fires have broken out all over the state, and SpokAnimal simply does not have the staff or volunteers they