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Euthanasia rates of cats and kittens are on the rise at L.A. city animal shelters
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· August 11, 2026
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Euthanasia rates rise for cats and kittens, with the increase especially sharp for kittens. Activists say there weren't enough fosters for the babies, which need around-the-clock care for weeks.
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Key points Activists say there weren't enough fosters for the babies, which need around-the-clock care for weeks. Euthanasia rates rise for cats and kittens, with the increase especially sharp for kittens. More Local Today’s briefing Local events
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