Madeline Bernstein

president of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles

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President of the SPCALA, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Los Angeles

Madeline Bernstein on KCRW

LA’s animal shelters are so overcrowded that the City Council has paused issuing dog breeding licenses. The president of a local rescue explains what’s going on.

What's behind the massive influx of dogs at LA's shelters?

LA’s animal shelters are so overcrowded that the City Council has paused issuing dog breeding licenses. The president of a local rescue explains what’s going on.

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Many veterinary clinics slashed their hours during the pandemic, causing a backlog of appointments that’s putting extra stress on an already burnt-out, under-staffed workforce.

Veterinarian workforce can’t keep up with demand, face same challenges as regular doctors

Many veterinary clinics slashed their hours during the pandemic, causing a backlog of appointments that’s putting extra stress on an already burnt-out, under-staffed workforce.

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The Los Angeles Department of Animal Services has had six general managers in the past 10 years.

More Trouble at LA's Department of Animal Services

The Los Angeles Department of Animal Services has had six general managers in the past 10 years.

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