National Euthanasia Reporting & Tracking System (NERTS)

The first-ever national database to measure, track, and ultimately eliminate economic euthanasia.

Every day, healthy cats and dogs are euthanized because their families can’t afford treatment. The tragedy is massive—but invisible. NERTS makes the invisible visible.

• Collects Data Nationwide – from shelters, veterinary clinics, and rescues.

• Tracks Why Pets Are Lost – medical, behavioral, financial, or space-related reasons.

• Identifies Solutions – with dashboards, maps, and reports that policymakers, nonprofits, and veterinary leaders can act on.

By transforming raw numbers into actionable insights, NERTS helps build a future where no family has to choose between love and money.