NJ S2784

Prohibits shelters, pounds, and kennels operating as shelters from euthanizing animals except when a licensed veterinarian determines the animal's health requires it, or when the facility owner determines euthanasia is necessary for safety of the animal, other animals, or employees

Requires any permitted euthanasia to be performed humanely consistent with existing state law (R.S.4:22-19)

Maintains existing Department of Health requirements for animals suspected of being rabid, which supersede the new euthanasia restrictions

Preserves the current seven-day holding period before animals can be offered for adoption, transferred to rescue organizations, or placed in foster homes

Allows unclaimed animals after the holding period to be placed in foster homes or transferred to other shelters or rescue organizations, but removes euthanasia as an option for unclaimed animals