Regional Animal Services launches new resource to help prevent animal cruelty

Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS), in partnership with the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office, has launched a new online resource listing individuals convicted of qualifying animal welfare offenses in Washoe County.

The Animal Welfare Offense Convictions resource is intended to help shelters, rescue organizations and members of the public make more informed decisions when placing animals into homes.

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Regional Animal Services launches new resource to help prevent animal cruelty

Regional Animal Services launches new resource to help prevent animal cruelty

Washoe County Regional Animal Services (WCRAS), in partnership with the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office, has launched a new online resource listing individuals convicted of qualifying animal welfare offenses in Washoe County.

The Animal Welfare Offense Convictions resource is intended to help shelters, rescue organizations and members of the public make more informed decisions when placing animals into homes.

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