Abolish animal euthenasia in Indiana shelters

Indiana legislature, Abolish the indiscriminate gassing and lethal injections of otherwise healthy dogs, cats and other pets in animal shelters in Indiana and instead fund large animal sanctuaries in each county in Indiana that would be run by a government agency and would create jobs and advocate for the foster and adoption of animals in its care. All animals have a right to a long and healthy life and should never be euthenized simply because there is no room at shelters. The euthenasia of terminally ill animals only would be permitted by veterinarians in rare circumstances and when owner has been given complete informed consent and all options laid out in easily understood language. Funding for such a large operation would require minimal taxing and could be achieved by private donations and governmental supplements. We know this is a monumental task but we believe in the power of animal lovers in our state.