The city of Gallup will soon be assuming control of the local animal shelter after terminating its contract with the McKinley County Humane Society and accusing it of substandard care, among other things.

“There has been a disregard on the society’s part for veterinary guidelines aimed at ensuring animal safety, a notable increase in euthanasia rates, and little transparency or accountability for the use of public funds the society receives,” according to a Facebook post by the city.

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