GREEN RIVER — The Green River City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to ban the use of carbon dioxide gas chambers for euthanizing animals at city-run facilities and through contracted services.

The Green River Animal Shelter will remain a no-kill shelter, allowing for the euthanasia of up to 10% of animals, typically for reasons such as severe illness, aggression, or inability to be adopted.

While the decision has been praised by animal welfare advocates, it raised concerns among local officials about the impact on shelter workers’ mental health. Police Chief Shaun Sturlaugson voiced his concerns after the meeting, noting that the gas chamber was easier on animal control officers’ mental health than other euthanasia methods.

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