Adoptions through
special programs, including the Home 4 the Holidays program sponsored by the Helen Woodward Animal Center in Rancho Santa Fe, California, have actually declined
lately ---- but because far fewer cats and
dogs are entering shelters than 10, 20, and 30 years ago, many cats and
dogs who previously would have had no chance to be rehomed are now receiving the remedial and promotional help they
need to be adopted.