JEROME, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) New numbers from Jerome Police Department show good news for the animal shelter.

In February, the Jerome shelter didn't have to euthanize any animals.

They told us this is due to hard work, luck and knowing the right people and rescues.

The shelter tries to adopt out or transfer animals for which it doesn't have room.

That keeps them from having to euthanize for space.

The euthanasia they're forced to do usually comes from abused animals that they don't anticipate recovering.

"It is really sad, said Heather Kimble, the shelter tech coordinator, because it's not the dog's fault. You get angry. You get sad. And all those emotions that you have to deal with. Fortunately we don't have to do that very often, but that's the reality of life."

If you're interested in helping, the shelter said you can adopt, don't shop for pets.

They also say if you can no longer care for an animal, you should drop them off at a shelter instead of leaving them in the street.

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Jerome Animal Shelter eliminates euthanasia in February - KMVT