"I have spent many years volunteering and working in animal shelters. Although euthanization is a controversial subject, realistically - it's a necessity at times. If an animal is violent, for instance, that behavior cannot be changed. It never becomes easy to witness, regardless of the circumstance."

Some dogs have deep-rooted behavioral problems, and you will have to consider putting them down. These are unfortunate circumstances, but they are a reality if you work in an animal shelter.

Just as you would have to learn to control your emotions after bonding with a dear creature who gets adopted, you will also need to learn how to maintain a professional demeanor in these situations.

Explain to the interviewer that you will do your best to avoid this situation by helping train and adopt out as many animals as you can, but that you also understand the harsh reality of euthanization. You can deal with the stress of this situation and set your emotions aside when you need to.

"I have been in this situation before. There is no easy way to handle it. As an animal worker, I understand that some animals are beyond repair. In these cases, I remind myself that they are in a better place and finding the peace they needed."