Economic Downturn Fueling Need for more Online Pet Adoptions
The state of the economy is driving many people to abandon their pets at an alarming rate. The increase in the supply of animals, coupled with many baby boomers sending their last child out on their own, these " soon to be empty nesters , are turning to online pet adoption services as a way to search for a beloved pet.
These internet sites give you the best way to search for that special pet without driving all over creation until you settle on that special animal that warrants an on site visit.
Buyer Beware: Unfortunately it is also an opportunity for fraud and abuse by undesirables to cheat well intentioned families. In addition, many dealers are selling these animals from breeding facilities called "puppy mills". Buying from puppy mills only perpetuate the horrible conditions these animals endure.
These internet sites give you the best way to search for that special pet without driving all over creation until you settle on that special animal that warrants an on site visit.
Buyer Beware: Unfortunately it is also an opportunity for fraud and abuse by undesirables to cheat well intentioned families. In addition, many dealers are selling these animals from breeding facilities called "puppy mills". Buying from puppy mills only perpetuate the horrible conditions these animals endure.
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- Happy Dog wanted
- Dog Tries to Save Dog
- Pilots and Paws
- Shelters Overflow from Bad Economy
- Grant Program Established
- Pets for Seniors
- Stop Puppy Mills
- Petland And Puppy Mills
- Great Pet Toys
- Animal Rescue
- Kitty Issue
- Vote the best Caption
- Road Rage?
- So, do you see Anger Management in his Future?
- These two are out of their League
- Back before Someone Gets Hurt!
- Pet Finder Technology
- New Text List Voting (Plexo)
- Links to Interesting Pet Articles
- New Guestbook
- Donate to Help The Silent Victims
Dog Tries to Save Dog
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Pilots and Paws
Creatively Trying to Help the Cause
A new story from USA Today - Pilots N Paws discuss the effort by some aircraft pilots who are devoting their time in airlifting pets that are doomed to be euthanized in shelters that cannot sustain the numbers of animals being delivered from area owners.These good Samaritans transport the lucky ones to other areas of the country to be adopted by families looking for pets.
A very nice story about what can be done with a little compassion and ingenuity.
Shelters Overflow from Bad Economy
This report from Boston.com confirms that many people are dumping their pets due to cutbacks and money saving measures.
The influx is putting resource strains on these shelters and unfortunately will cause many to begin to euthanize animals as try to handle the increase in population.
In attempt to place these animals, many are relying on the internet marketing and other adoption techniques to place these unfortunate bystanders.
One such online pet adoption site is Pet Finder.com who has been successful in placing over 12 million animals since 1995, according to their website.
This site is very simple to use and allows the search to begin by selecting your zip code and particular animal you are interested in. Results of your search include pictures, as well as specific information on the animal. All in all a great way to review various candidates that are local and waiting for your personal inspection.
The influx is putting resource strains on these shelters and unfortunately will cause many to begin to euthanize animals as try to handle the increase in population.
In attempt to place these animals, many are relying on the internet marketing and other adoption techniques to place these unfortunate bystanders.
One such online pet adoption site is Pet Finder.com who has been successful in placing over 12 million animals since 1995, according to their website.
This site is very simple to use and allows the search to begin by selecting your zip code and particular animal you are interested in. Results of your search include pictures, as well as specific information on the animal. All in all a great way to review various candidates that are local and waiting for your personal inspection.
Grant Program Established
Keep your Pets
As stated previously, families are struggling to keep their pets as they fight to keep their homes from foreclosure.
The American Humane Society has created a grant program to assist families in tough times to help them can keep their pets.
These grants can assist shelters in working with pet owners for food, veterinarian bills and other basic needs to care for their animals. The last thing anyone wants is to leave their pet behind in a foreclosed home or in an already over burdened shelter.
Private individuals can also donate to this fund and provide support to the silent victims who cannot help themselves.
The American Humane Society has created a grant program to assist families in tough times to help them can keep their pets.
These grants can assist shelters in working with pet owners for food, veterinarian bills and other basic needs to care for their animals. The last thing anyone wants is to leave their pet behind in a foreclosed home or in an already over burdened shelter.
Private individuals can also donate to this fund and provide support to the silent victims who cannot help themselves.
Pets for Seniors
Another Lens I have created (Pets For Seniors) focuses on a segment of the population who enjoy companionship and can really benefit from pet ownership.Take a look at their story and see the organizations that exist across the country who support them.
Stop Puppy Mills
Many people fail to realize some of their favorite pet stores receive their animals from vendors that are known as puppy mills.This is a term has been around for decades and describes a vendor who has little regard for the animals and conditions those animals are raised in.
Consumers need to be aware of the inhumane treatment these animals go through prior to the point at which they are end up in the local pet store.
When searching for that special cat or dog, please research the institution you plan to purchase from to ensure their animals come from reputable dealers.
Visit Stop Puppy Mills.com to find out more.
See the Video of Puppy Mill conditions, and find out how you can help..
Petland And Puppy Mills
Investigation Uncovers Links
The US Humane Society has concluded their investigation of Petland and have established many of their dogs are coming from puppy mills.
Even though employees were defending their source of animal stock, the 8 month investigation included site visits of Petland breeders and found that many were in deplorable condition.
See the Full Story and Undercover Video
Even though employees were defending their source of animal stock, the 8 month investigation included site visits of Petland breeders and found that many were in deplorable condition.
See the Full Story and Undercover Video
Great Pet Toys
FroliCat BOLT Automatic Laser Toy for Cats
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Premier Busy Buddy Tug-a-Jug, Medium/Large
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Bergan Turbo Track Cat Toy, Green
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Happy Hamster with Wheel Runner
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5 Hologram Laser Pet Toy
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Animal Rescue
When looking for a Specific Breed
Many breeds of cats and dogs have a devout group of families that have intimate knowledge and will house these specific animals until a permanent placement can be found.
These groups are very specific in who they will let adopt these animals to ensure they are going to be well taken care of and loved.
The American Humane Society can refer you to a local breed group by calling the Companion Animals Department at 202-452-1100. The main website is located at American Humane Society.com
These groups are very specific in who they will let adopt these animals to ensure they are going to be well taken care of and loved.
The American Humane Society can refer you to a local breed group by calling the Companion Animals Department at 202-452-1100. The main website is located at American Humane Society.com
Kitty Issue
Road Rage?
These two are out of their League
Pet Finder Technology
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Links to Interesting Pet Articles
Heartwarming Stories
- Rescue dog wins TODAY's Best in Show - TODAY: Pets - MSNBC.com
- The heartwarming story of a loving, three-legged dog captures viewers' votes -- and wins a pampering pup prize.
- IAMS Pet Food Company sponsors Home 4 The Holidays
- Their Goal this year - 1 million animals placed
- Cloned Canine Celebrates Her 1st Birthday
- PR: One year ago today, Lou Hawthorne got a call from a biotech lab in Korea. He was told that he was now the proud owner of the very first clone of a pet dog, his beloved family mutt, Missy. Now one year old, Mira, the clone of Missy, is a happy, healthy puppy living the good life in Mill Valley, C
- Black dog bias? - Los Angeles Times
- For many dogs awaiting adoption, the speed with which they find a home may rest not on their breed, gender or age but on one trait that has no bearing on their personality or temperament.
- Greyhounds Looking for Homes sought for dogs as tracks close - Pet health- msnbc.com
- Pet adoption agencies are pushing to find homes for a growing number of retired greyhounds amid a struggling dog racing industry and a weak U.S. economy.
- Animal Shelter Tips: Family Holiday Traditions to Help Homeless Pets
- Animal Shelter Tips are ideas to help animal rescue shelters and rescue groups. Establish family holiday traditions to help homeless and needy pets in your area. Establish traditions your kids will remember for a lifetime and continue into adulthood
- Pet Adoption Scam - Asking for Money up front to ship a free Pet
- Buyer Beware, Find out how you can prevent being duped by con artists using Western Union or Moneygram to scam you
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