Killing to "Protect the Public"
What poses a "public health hazard" needs further clarification. A search on the internet finds "ringworm" under this category. To be a true hazard, the animal's disease must be such that it is incurable, contagious and life-threatening to humans or other species and that there is no other reasonable remedy to protect the lives and safety of others. A volunteer committee with a veterinarian and rescues workers should make this decision.

Killing Weaning Puppies & Kittens
California law excludes all protections for kittens and puppies younger than 8 weeks old. But many believe they should not be killed and instead should be placed in foster homes with their mothers and siblings if at all possible. If a foster is not available, they should be cared for at the no-kill facility.

Transferring Animals to Kill Shelters
Hugs for Homeless Animals believes an animal should never be transferred from a no-kill to a kill facility for any reason whatsoever. Those that are euthanized are entitled to die in a place that can offer loving and compassionate arms to hold them in their last moments of life. A no-kill facility is the better choice.