Though the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, animal control and The Humane Society have some distinct differences. According to American Bio-Tech—an animal control company in Connecticut specializing in humane techniques—these types of operations differ in two main ways: which animals they accept, and what happens to the animals.

In any community, there are innumerable domesticated animals without homes and wild animals who have taken up residence in private spaces. The Humane Society deals with the former; animal control experts like American Bio-Tech deals with the latter. Humane societies provide a temporary home for dogs, cats, and other homeless pets who are lost, surrendered, or strays. Animal control, on the other hand, removes wild animals who create nuisances on your property. These animals may include bats, squirrels, opossums, and skunks who can damage your property, and in some cases, expose your family to diseases.

After The Humane Society or animal control experts step into their respective situations, what happens next? Most people are aware of the harsh realities of euthanasia to combat overcrowding in shelters, so this is a major concern for many animal lovers. Humane societies have different protocols for dealing with animals that haven’t been rescued, but many have adopted a “no kill” policy to minimize the number of dogs and cats that are put down. 

In animal control, euthanasia is a somewhat common solution for pests, but American Bio-Tech proudly uses humane methods to address these issues instead. They use a “catch and release” technique to take wild animals away from your private property and return them to an appropriate natural space where they belong. Only in extremely rare circumstances, such as an animal’s poor health or a threat to the health of others, will euthanasia be considered as a last resort. 

Do you have more questions? Don’t hesitate to call American Bio-Tech, Connecticut’s trusted resource for humane animal control. For more information about animal removal, call (860) 355-1231 or visit their website to learn more.