Animals Need Our Help

The news is full of stories where family pets as well as strays are being dropped off at animal shelters. One report stated that thirteen kittens had been left outside an Animal Control facility in a couple cat carriers. Another told of ten puppies being dropped off at a humane society.

Why this growth in abandoned pets?

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Well, part of the reason is due to the fact that summertime is breeding time for feral cats. But the numbers have grown substantially over prior summers. So what's going on?

In a word, the economy. Foreclosures are on the rise and this affects pets and their owners. Tough economic conditions create hard decisions. Many pet owners have to ask themselves if they can afford to keep their pets. It's becoming more noticeable that the answer to this dilemma is no. They must feed their families first and then there's nothing left. This is a heartbreaking situation.

For those in more fortunate circumstances, there is something you can do to assist these pets and animals. Step up to the role of a foster parent for these animals. There is an immediate need for foster homes. Families who lose their homes are having to leave their precious furry friends behind. Thankfully many are choosing to leave them at a facility where they have a chance of survival.

Being a foster parent to these animals helps to decrease the strain on overcrowded humane societies and at the same time gives you a lot of joy. There is no cost to participate and many shelters will even give you supplies like dog carriers or cat carriers, litter boxes and litter, toys and leashes. All you need to provide is the food and most of all love.

Please contact your local Humane Society if you can help out in any way during these tough times.

Animals Need Our Help

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