No Pet Store Puppies
by admin on Oct.01, 2012, under Real Estate
October is officially recognized as Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month and the ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is urging animal lovers across the country to commemorate the occasion by doing their part to help raise awareness for homeless animals.
There is an estimated 3 to 4 million dogs living in shelters that really need a good home. Anyone who purchases a dog from a store is not only encouraging over-breeding for profit, but missing out on the chance to find a great dog who is just waiting for a bit of your time and attention.
Cato, pictured here, was adopted from a local animal shelter in July 2012. He and his sister were the remaining puppies left from the litter – his mother, (also at the shelter) having been bred over and over again in a totally unacceptable manner. With so many animals needing a home and shelters working so hard to provide the connection, Cato and I hope you will sign the petition to stop the sale of puppies through malls and stores.
I realize that not everyone who loves dogs is in the position to be able to own one. If you can’t adopt, please consider even a small donation of money or food and supplies to your county’s animal shelter. They, (dogs and shelters) can really use the help.
Thank you.
