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The external report into Wagga’s controversial pound has been released.
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Wagga City Council ordered the independent review from veterinary specialist Jacob Michelson.
He was tasked to assess the the physical infrastructure of the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter, as well as its management, policies and procedures.
“The review found many positive aspects of the shelter and while there are also many recommendations for changes and improvements, it’s important to not lose sight of the substantial improvements that have been made over the past few years,” Dr Michelsen said.
“The Glenfield Road Animal Shelter is capable of becoming a model facility showing the way forward in humane companion animal care.”
Council general manager Alan Eldridge announced the report in an open letter to the public early last month.
“These recommendations will be put into place as soon as possible and I would like to assure the community that all past issues at the shelter have been addressed,” Mr Eldridge said.
“More than $70,000 worth of improvements for the shelter will also be determined by council at the May 30 ordinary meeting, including an exercise area for animals and creating a long-term strategy for management of the facility.”