January 24th is Change A Pet's Life Day, a chance to celebrate making positive changes in our cat's lives, to raise
awareness about shelter animals in need of homes, and to encourage adoption.
But as ridiculous as anti-shelter arguments are, they reveal destructive
myths about shelter animals that need to be called out every time they arise.
Companies and local businesses can make a huge impact too by scheduling a team - building volunteer day, sharing posts
about shelter animals with customers, hosting an adoption event or raising needed funds to sustain this important mission.
For those who love to read: «To the Rescue,» a book
about shelter animals who went on to become certified therapy and search - and - rescue dogs, makes a great gift for any pet lover, and the proceeds benefit our shelter animals and services when you purchase the book at our shelter
This semester, our online faculty also has the honor of instructing a «herd» of 60 veterinarians and veterinary students who enrolled this semester to learn
more about Shelter Animal Physical Health.
«What is so
exciting about Shelter Animals Count is all the different players in the field — representing national groups, representing local shelters, representing animal control, representing shelter vets — all of them are at the table and have been integral in collaborating to make this happen,» says Betsy McFarland, former vice president of companion animals at The HSUS and board member of Shelter Animals Count.
We offer Humane Hero educational talks, where a member of our staff will come to your location to talk to
kids about shelter animals, pet ownership and more.
Dr. D'Arpino is the author of two book
chapters about shelter animal behavior, has contributed to several magazines and websites, and has presented numerous webinars through PetSmart Charities.
Super Adoptions do just that by dispelling
myths about shelter animals; by making adoption accessible and affordable; and by educating people about the importance of adopting versus buying an animal.
April 26th is National Kids & Pets Day, an event created by pet lifestyle expert Colleen Paige, dedicated to furthering the bond between children and animals, raising awareness
about shelter animals, and educating parents and children about pet safety.