At Risk Animals in Utah

Utah’s S.B. 201, the Shelter Animal Euthanasia Amendments, requires shelters to notify shelters and rescue groups that have asked to receive notices about animals at risk of euthanasia before euthanasia can occur, after the required holding period has expired. The enrolled bill also gives rescue organizations a window to request transfer and collect the animal.

Rescue List & At-Risk Animal Coordination

UACOA is helping create a simple, reliable way for shelters and rescue organizations to work together under Utah’s new S.B. 201 requirements. Our goal is to make communication faster, clearer, and safer for everyone involved — especially the animals.

For Shelters

Shelters can complete a simple Jotform to submit animals that are at risk and need placement. Once submitted, those animals can be added to a shared rescue notification list so participating rescue organizations can review them and respond quickly.

For Rescue Organizations

Rescues can complete a separate Jotform with their organization’s information. This allows shelters to verify that a rescue is a legitimate 501(c)(3) and is current on any required state licensing or registration. This added step helps support responsible placements and reduces the risk of animals being transferred into unsafe or hoarding situations.

Authorized Pick-Up Contacts

Each rescue may designate up to two primary contacts through the form. These individuals will be the approved people authorized to pick up animals on behalf of that rescue, unless a shelter sets different requirements for a specific transfer.

Our Purpose

This system is designed to:

  • help shelters meet notification obligations under S.B. 201,

  • help rescues receive timely information on animals at risk,

  • improve coordination between shelters and rescue partners, and

  • promote safe, accountable transfers that protect animal welfare.

Get Started

Shelters: Fill out the At-Risk Animal Submission‍ ‍Rescues: Fill out the Rescue Registration & Verification


This system helps create a more transparent and efficient process that supports timely placement of animals at risk.

Once the form has been submitted and approved, you will be granted access to the Private Page. This page includes rescue organization information for shelters to review, as well as At-Risk Animals that rescues can view and coordinate for potential placement.