Utah animals could get a second chance at life under shelter bill

The measure would require shelters that plan to kill an animal to first see if a rescue organization will take it.

(Screenshot via video provided by Best Friends Animal Society) Spence Smith, left, and Jodi Olthuis feed their cat, Bella, a treat. A new bill passed during this year's legislative session could give more animals like Bella a second chance at life.

Utah animals could get a second chance at life under shelter bill

The measure would require shelters that plan to kill an animal to first see if a rescue organization will take it.

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