I'm sorry - I didn't get back to this in time to clarify it for you. But yes, a "dog pound" is an impound shelter where unwanted, abandoned or stray pets often end up. High volume shelters tend to have short hold times - usually one to two weeks. Once the hold period is up, the animals are euthanized. My "Echo" was at high risk because of what's been dubbed "The Big Black Dog" syndrome. People shy away from them because of stereotypes and because dark dog faces make it hard for potential adopters to read their facial expressions. There's a similar issue for black cats - which is why I have TWO!
On a more positive note, there is a trend towards no- and low-kill shelters. The holds there are much longer, giving the animals a much better chance of getting adopted, but that practice can only continue if people spay and neuter their pets. Every puppy or kitten brought into the world - even the "designer dogs" in popular demand -takes a home away from one that's already here!
