Animals In Need By: Debbie Foster
The news is full of stories where kittens and puppies 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 increase in abandoned animals? Well, part of the reason is due to the fact that summertime is breeding time for feral cats. But the numbers have increased substantially over prior summers. So what's going on?
In a word, the economy. People are losing their jobs and this affects pets and their owners. Tough economic conditions create tough choices. Many pet owners are faced with the question if they can afford to keep their pets. It's becoming more apparent that the answer to this question is no. They must feed their families first and then there's nothing left. This is a sad situation.
For those in more stable circumstances, there is something you can do to help these pets and animals. Step up to the role of a foster parent for these pets. There is an immediate need for foster parents. Families who lose their homes are having to leave their precious furry friends behind. Thankfully many are choosing to leave them at a shelter where they have a opportunity of being placed into a new home.
Being a foster parent to these pets helps to decrease the strain on overcrowded shelters and at the same time gives you a lot of satisfaction. There is no cost to participate and many animal control facilities 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 importantly love.
Please contact your local Animal Control if you can help out in any way during these tough times.
Debbie Foster is the owner of http://petbedsunlimited.com where you'll find a wide selection of quality pet beds, dog crates, dog carriers, dog pens, large dog beds, cat beds, cat carriers, pet strollers and more.
Why this increase in abandoned animals? Well, part of the reason is due to the fact that summertime is breeding time for feral cats. But the numbers have increased substantially over prior summers. So what's going on?
In a word, the economy. People are losing their jobs and this affects pets and their owners. Tough economic conditions create tough choices. Many pet owners are faced with the question if they can afford to keep their pets. It's becoming more apparent that the answer to this question is no. They must feed their families first and then there's nothing left. This is a sad situation.
For those in more stable circumstances, there is something you can do to help these pets and animals. Step up to the role of a foster parent for these pets. There is an immediate need for foster parents. Families who lose their homes are having to leave their precious furry friends behind. Thankfully many are choosing to leave them at a shelter where they have a opportunity of being placed into a new home.
Being a foster parent to these pets helps to decrease the strain on overcrowded shelters and at the same time gives you a lot of satisfaction. There is no cost to participate and many animal control facilities 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 importantly love.
Please contact your local Animal Control if you can help out in any way during these tough times.
Debbie Foster is the owner of http://petbedsunlimited.com where you'll find a wide selection of quality pet beds, dog crates, dog carriers, dog pens, large dog beds, cat beds, cat carriers, pet strollers and more.
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