no-kill
adjective
\ ˈnō-ˈkil
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Definition of no-kill
: having or being a policy that prohibits killing
a no-kill fishing tournament
especially
: having or being a policy that prohibits or severely limits the euthanizing of animals in a shelter
"I will spare no expense on veterinary care for our pets," says Renee, who has nine cats and is on the board of a no-kill shelter. — Catherine Fredman … shelters can euthanize up to 10 percent of their animals for reasons of health and temperament, and still be considered "no-kill." — Greg Allen