get the pet. People have a tendency to feel unsure whether to adopt from a shelter or actuall7 buy the animal from a breeder. Most of the time their first choice is to buy a pet from someone. That is because they don't have knowledge of how adoption can change a person. Not only do you help the animal, but you also help yourself. Pet adoption has various economical, ethical and health benefits that enhance our lives. In these times of crisis, it is crucial to saving money; pet adoption will do
Adopt a Pet vs. Buying a Pet I. Introduction A. Did you know that each year almost 3 million adoptable dogs, and cats are euthanized because of over population in shelters. Not enough people consider pet adoption when purchasing a pet. This is according to the Humane society.org website. II. B. When you purchase a dog or cat from a pet store, you are supporting animal mills, which are known for overbreeding, and inhumane living conditions for the animals. By adopting a pet, your
Store-Bought Pets Most pet shops sell super cute puppies and kittens, but no one really knows where those pets come from. Many people know about puppy mills, which are places where puppies and dogs are kept and bred. They typically live in small cages and inhumane conditions, and the same things happen with kittens, too. Adopting from an Adoption Center like Adopt-A-Pet.com or ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) will help animals in need of a home. Adopting a pet is a better
dogs—about one every 13 seconds—are put down in U.S. shelters each year (Pet Overpopulation-HSUS). Today, I am going to discuss the importance of animal adoption. B. This is issue relates to all whether you like animals or not. We can not continue to let animals suffer because we neglect to act on this growing problem. C. Recently, I visited a few animal shelters throughout San Diego because my family was interested in adopting a pet and I was shocked to see how overpopulated shelters are with animals
Did you know, according to the “Pet Statistics” from ASPCA, there were about 5,000 animal shelters in the United States? In those shelters, about 5-7 million animals were rescued each year and approximately 3-4 million of them were euthanized. That was nearly half to the animal rescued. In other words, thousands of animals were euthanized daily. However, many of these euthanized animals were healthy, treatable, and adoptable pets. What caused these adoptable companions to be euthanized in animal
Facts: Pets 911 knows that every community has pets in need. We offer a free network of animal rescue organizations and services across the country. Pets 911 is becoming an answer for not only the public, but also the pet animal welfare group community on how we in this country can all take part in saving those 5 million animals every year. Pet adoptions, animal shelters, help to find lost dogs and services to find lost cats - Pets 911 for all your pet adoption information - Thousands of homeless
In today’s society there are many pets that are out there looking for a place to eat and a roof that is over their head. There are many people who could be that one person to give that pet what it needs. ASPCA is a place where they shelter many animals that are in need of a place to stay. Most of the animals that stay are there because of people who cannot look after their pets. The animals are left on the street left to defend themselves or when a pet has a litter and the owner does not have
In today’s society, 13 there are many pets that are out there looking for a place to eat and a roof that is over their head. There is many people who could be that one person to give that pet what it needs. ASPCA is a place where they shelter many animals that are in need of a place to stay. Most of the animals that stay are there because of people who cannot look after their pets. The animals are left on the street left to defend themselves or when a pet has a litter and the owner does not have
checks prior to pet adoption: who, how and why? According to the ASPCA, 7.6 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year, 2.7 million are euthanized and 2.8 million are adopted (Pet Statistics, ASPCA). Sadly, those adopted don't always find the perfect home which causes 35% of them to end up at the shelter a second time (Beirne, Piers, and N. South). To prevent this, how would people feel if background checks were put into place when a person wanted to get a pet? The number
Ali Alhabeeb Eliza Ebro Title: Date: Dogs Adoption Adoption of dogs is becoming a popular way of getting a much-needed pet. One can adopt a dog from a rescue or a shelter. About 8-12 million animals end up in shelters or rescues in the United States every year. About 4-6 million are then euthanized. Approximately 3.2 million of the animals in shelters and rescues are adopted every year. Adopting a pet is a much easier method than purchasing one (Lampe & Witte 357). From the many animals that are
included in the adoption price. Depending on the animal, you could be saving money on house training expenses. Often times animals are put in shelters as a result of divorce or moving. As a result, they are already trained and friendly to humans. However, purchasing from a breeder is much more expensive: "When you purchase a purebred from a dog breeder you may be paying anywhere from $500 to over $1000 for your new puppy, but often that’s all you're getting for that cost" (Dog Adoption Fees Explained)
It is a sad truth that many animals in the United States are without homes. In fact, four million cats and dogs are put down in animal shelters annually (“Pet Overpopulation”). However, there is one organization trying to change this statistic. The Progressive Animal Welfare Society is focused on giving animals a home, as well as educating the public about animal care. The Progressive Animal Welfare Society—PAWS for short—offers an array of services related to animal well-being. These services are
It was a hard day for me. My dog of almost 7 years had to be put down, and it was the first pet I had ever lost. My dad wasn’t too keen on me getting a new puppy. We started looking at other dogs and my dad found one that he thought we should get. My parents decided to take me on a surprise trip to the animal shelter to get a better look at the dogs that we wanted to adopt. As we entered the dog room, barks started to echo around us and excited dogs jumped up on their kennels to make sure we saw
Adoption of Animals Anyone, who visits an animal shelter, as I do, sees an extraordinary number of beautiful, affectionate, and desperate dogs and cats. The majority of animals in any particular shelter are dogs, usually adults, for whom there aren't enough adoptive homes waiting. A few may have come from responsible breeders, whose owners do not realize that the breeder will take them back,many are those who are lost, and/or from owners who simply got tired of them. Some are pet shop puppies
to getting arthritis if they were really active as a puppies- causing pain and or weakness in there joints. A few ways you can stop a senior dog from draining your bank account, and let you save money, if those cost come up you should get pet insurance. With pet insurance instead of putting the entire cost of the vet bill on your shoulders pay a copay for that visit, check up or even bigger costs like surgery instead of paying the full amount. The only thing you will have to do is pay a copay for
Petal Le Coms 151 Professor Dean Benefits of Adopting a Pet Outline Introduction: I. Attention-getter: How many of you guys have a pet animal? How many of you bought your pet from a pet store or from someone you know? II. Thesis: There are many important benefits of adopting a pet that should be knowledgeable when deciding expand your family. III. Credibility statement: After researching and being a shelter volunteer for over 5 years, I am knowledgeable about why adopting is very valuable. IV. Preview
Q1: First, view the video from the Nightlight Adoption agency about their Snowflakes Program (click the following link) It might be surprising too many but the journey of Nightlight Adoption agency program all begins with the desire to be parents. Not only does it help women become pregnant but it also allows them the opportunity to be able to carry a child. Thus, giving the opportunity for couples that are not able to get pregnant to be able to start a family of their own. Along with still having
Speech: Adoption Tomas Kirklin Speech 3 5/12/17 Specific Purpose statement: At the end of my speech, the audience will agree that adopting a pet from a shelter is beneficial for your life. Introduction: Attention Getter: I believe it’s safe to say that everyone in this room wants to do something meaningful with their lives. And what is more meaningful than saving multiple life’s at once? According to the Human Society of the United States in the article titled Top reasons to adopt a pet they state
Pets often get lost, from wandering off, to running away. Once out of their safe zone animals can easily get lost. Some are even given up from families that can no longer care for them, to that just no longer wish to have a pet. Animals that are given up often have a hard time moving into new homes, some adjust quickly, “Fred had been given up by his previous family
The Maricopa County animal control has evolved over the last century and the best way to understand animal control is to look at it through history. During the first quarter of the 20th Century, Maricopa County communities were rural and sparsely populated. Dogs and cats were valued for what they contributed to this rural lifestyle. Dogs were working dogs earning their keep on a local ranch or farm, or they were used for hunting to help put food on the table. Some dogs, as well as cats, were used