SEDALIA, Mo. (AP) -- The Mid-Missouri Humane Society says a new state law may push its animal shelter in Sedalia out of business.
The Sedalia Democrat reports that the animal shelter, which serves Pettis County, cared for nearly 1,500 animals last year.
A new state law requires Missouri animal shelters to have a licensed veterinarian on staff. The veterinarian must be present for all euthanasia, spaying and neutering services.
Nancy Bybee, board treasurer, said the shelter currently loses up to $2,000 per month. She says it has reserves to last another year.
The shelter operates on private funds, adoption fees and an agreement with the city of Sedalia. The shelter's fixed costs are rising, but it hasn't had a budget increase since 2001.
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