FWACC Achieves 89.42% Live Release Rate in January 2025

Published on February 13, 2025

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Fort Worth Animal Care & Control is pleased to announce that its city shelters have reached a significant milestone: an impressive 89.42% Live Release Rate (LRR) for animals in their care as of January 2025. This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work and dedication of the shelter staff, volunteers and all the supporters who are making such a positive difference for animals in Fort Worth. 

Positive Trends in Animal Welfare

In a recent update to the Fort Worth City Council, FWACC shared some great news about the city's progress in animal welfare. Not only did the shelter achieve an impressive 89.42% Live Release Rate (LRR) for January 2025, but it also reported an 83.5% LRR from October 1 to December 13, 2024. This is a significant improvement compared to the same period in 2023, when the LRR was 80.73%.

The Live Release Rate tracks the percentage of animals that leave the shelter alive—whether through adoption, being transferred to rescue groups, or being reunited with their owners. This increase reflects Fort Worth's ongoing commitment to finding safe, permanent homes for more animals.

Key Initiatives Driving Success

Several initiatives have contributed to this upward trend, including:

  • Partnerships with Rescue Organizations: By working closely with rescue groups, the shelter has been able to place more animals in loving homes.
  • Support for Pet Owners: FWACC has expanded services aimed at helping pet owners keep their animals, addressing some of the main reasons pets end up in the shelter.
  • Faster Adoption and Return Processes: Improvements to the shelter’s adoption and return-to-owner processes have allowed animals to find new homes more quickly and efficiently.

Challenges and Future Focus

Despite the progress made, there are still challenges to overcome. Fort Worth’s growing population means more animals coming into the shelter, which puts pressure on its capacity, especially during busy times. The shelter also faces ongoing challenges in caring for stray animals.

Looking ahead, FWACC remains committed to building on its success. The focus will be on improving services, growing community partnerships, and finding permanent homes for the animals in our care.

We are optimistic that with ongoing support from the community, we can continue to make progress in improving the lives of animals in Fort Worth. 

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