Transfers, adoptions dwarf euthanasia totals in November

(Dec. 5, 2025)

MIDLAND, TEXAS -- The number of animals adopted from Midland Animal Services and transferred in November was more than three times those euthanized, according to MAS’ monthly record card.

There were 105 animals (dogs or cats) transferred to rescues and other groups and 85 adopted. The number of animals returned to owners (36) was just below those euthanized (47).

Fix West Texas and Whisker & Tails accounted for 67 transfers (or 63.8% of all transfers) during the month of November.

The monthly live release rate was 78%. The live release rate this year is 74%.

For November 2025

Adoptions (Dog/Cat Only)

YTD: 1,152

MTD: 85

Outcomes (Dog/Cat Only)

Adoption: 85

Return to Owner: 36

Transfers: 105

Euth: 47

Intakes (Dog/Cat Only)

YTD: 5,059

MTD: 274

Stray: 222

Owner Surrender: 32

Siezed: 20

Returns: 0

Transfer In: 0

Transfers

YTD: 1,414

MTD: 105

Top Partners

Fix West Texas: 34

Whiskers and Tails: 33

Midland Cat Wranglers 12

Grand Companions: 5

Sassy's Dog Rescue: 5

Midland Humane: 4

MASA: 3

Length of Stay

Total: 7.44 Days

Dog: 4.9 Days

Puppy: 6.77 Days

Cat: 9.46 Days

Kitten: 8.66 Days

Live Release Rate

YTD: 74%

MTD: 78%

Euth Reasons

Medical: 20

Quality of Life: 1

Behavior: 8

Space: 18

Source: Midland Animal Services