How to Save Animals
Instructions
Instructions
- Spay and neuter. Each year, millions of dogs and cats are
put to death in animal shelters. Spaying and neutering eases the overpopulation
problem and prolongs the life of your dog or cat. - Never buy an animal from a pet shop. Adopt your companion
animals from shelters. Pet shops buy from puppy mills and large-scale breeders
who contribute to the population crisis and whose over-bred animals are often
very unhealthy. - Never give an animal as a gift. Many an animal has been
abandoned because people aren't prepared to care for it. Discuss it with your
friends and family first. - Take notice and take action. Never ignore stray animals on
the street, where they can become victims of disease, starvation, and human
cruelty. Contact you local animal shelter to report a lost animal. - Support your local animal shelter. Animal shelters and
SPCAs always need help socializing cats and walking dogs, fostering animals, and
cleaning cages and pens. If you cannot volunteer, send a contribution. - Report abuse. Call your local humane society if you witness
any type of cruely or abuse. It is common knowledge that violence towards
non-human animals is a precursor of violence towards humans. Dogfighting is
illegal and should be reported immediately. - Keep them safe at home. Be sure to keep collars and tags on
dogs and cats (even if they are indoors). In case of an emergency, they can be
returned home safely. Be sure to have a secure fence for dogs in your yard. - Use natural cleaners. Hazardous chemicals are harmful to
your animals' health. Use only non-toxic cleaners in your home, and always clean
up antifreeze (which tastes sweet to animals). Contact the Environmental
Protection Agency (800-424-9346) to learn how to properly dispose of hazardous
chemicals. - Attend a humane dog training course with your dog. Learn to
communicate with your dog, who is eager to please but isn't always clear on what
you expect. - Provide exercise for your dogs. Dogs need walking, running,
digging, and exploring. Find your local dog-friendly park or work with your
community to create one.