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Animal Shelters : The Best Alternative To Pet Stores!
Animal shelters offer you a great place to get your next family pet. They are all different, but they do have common goals. Animal Shelters work hard to locate a permanent loving home for unwanted or misplaced cats and dogs. Many of these shelters rely on volunteers and donations to care for these pets while they are between homes.
When you begin looking for an animal shelter to work with, you will find that most of these groups do rely on their hard working volunteers and support from the local community to operate. You will also find a wide variety of animals available through these shelters.
Many animal shelters handle all types of animals and you will find kittens, puppies, and even older pets available for adoption. As you begin looking at pets available through animal shelters, keep in mind some of these animals have had very hard lives. You may find a dog that was abused by its owner. You may find a female cat that has just given birth. Their owners have relinquished many of the animals offered by rescue groups because they are moving or can no longer care for them. In addition, some of these groups take animals that live in kill shelters or as strays living on the streets.
Some programs also offer spay and neuter release program for feral cats and dogs. Animal shelters do a good job of screening animals before adopting them out to new homes. They also screen potential pet owners. IF you find a pet offered through an animal shelter, you will be asked toMore… sign a contract saying that you agree to care for the pet long term. You will also be asked several questions about your home, your children and other pets you may have. This is not to be nosey-it is simply to help match an owner with the right pet. If the animal suffers from a medical condition, such as diabetes, the new owners know this up front before adopting.
Having the animal’s health history at the time of adoption helps the animal find a permanent home. You can gain a lot of personal satisfaction by adopting your next pet through an animal rescue organization. You know you have done something to help and your new pet will show its appreciation.
If you are interested in adopting through one of the many animal shelters, it is easy to find one in your area. Your vet can give you the contact information for organizations near you. Most of the time, these pets are kept in private homes (foster homes) until they are adopted. This gives the animal time to be socialized with other pets, children and time to get used to living in a home.
When you choose a pet from an animal shelter, be prepared to go through an interview and application process. The organization wants to know these pets will be well cared for the long term. You will probably be asked about other pets you may have, the age of your children, the size of your yard. This is to help match the pet with the right owner. Adoption fees vary by each shelter, but you can expect to pay $100-$250 for a rescued animal. These groups do not make a profit. These fees cover the cost of the animal while it was in the care of the animal shelter. This adoption fee usually covers vaccinations, medical exams, spaying, and neutering.
Getting your next pet through an animal shelter is a responsible way to get your next family member. Also you can find many volunteer opportunities through these organizations. I personally work for the “Second Chance Animal Shelter” in East Brookfield Ma., and they are currently in the running for the one million dollar “Zootoo Makeover Contest” presently going on until the end of March. If you would, please go to http://www.secondchanceanimals.org/ and support the “Second Chance Animal Shelter”, and then spread the word to all your family and friends. This would be much appreciated, thank you.
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Article Written By J. Foley
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Second Chance Animal Shelter. East Brookfield Ma.
Second Chance is an innovative shelter that works hard to get at the root of animal suffering. We are a no-kill shelter, we do not euthanize for space. We use both our physical shelter as well as foster homes to provide the best possible care for pets.
We provide a comprehensive after adoption package that makes the adoption of a new companion a llifelong enjoyment. We are run by a mostly volunteer base with only a small staff. This ensures that every dollar possible goes directly to the pets. Second Chance has extensive low cost and free spay/neuter programs that provides assistance to needy pets to get pet overpopulation under control.
Our programs are making a difference! Our educational outreach program helps schools and youth groups learn proper pet care, pet safety, and the importance of spay/neuter.
We are in desperate need of a makeover so that we can take in more pets and provide the best environment possible to support our many programs. We appreciate all your help! OUR MISSION TO provide temporary shelter to stray, abandoned, and surrendered animals for the purpose of finding permanent suitable new homes.
TO provide assistance and information to others whose purposes are consistent with the purpose of Second Chance Animal Shelter, Inc. TO provide assistance and financial aid to prevent overpopulation through spaying and neutering programs.
More… What sets our shelter apart is that we take the time with every pet to find the right home and create happy endings. One of our stories even won the 2007 Pedigree Best Rescue Story. There are stories every day that touch our hearts. Below is one of them:
The Rescue of Dante and Blackie This is a story of trauma and suffering for two little Yorkiepoo’s that came into this world 4 years ago as wide-eyed pups. Filled with the energy and love, they hoped to begin a life of fun and love. Instead, they suffered through years of neglect and deprivation. No romping, no playing, no fun with other dogs or humans. Their neglect mounted day after day to the point they were nearly motionless under the weight of years of matted fur and other unspeakable things. They were basically unable to walk, go outside to pee or poop, and certainly not able to enjoy the company of each other. We are not really sure how they were even able to eat or drink. They continued to exist only because their little hearts kept beating.
Two courageous young men, who become aware of what these unfortunate animals had endured, finally came to their aid. When they carried them into the shelter and laid them on the floor, we could not identify what they were or where their heads were. It took several minutes of probing the years of matting and other unmentionable debris before we could find their nose, mouth and eyes. We checked for signs of life. It was clear that this was an emergency situation. Within minutes, they were rushed to the vets.
After hours of work, 27 pounds of weight was removed from their little frames. Some with shears, some with a scalpel. Legs freed, eyes now able to see, ears able to hear and noses ready to smell the world, they were finally free. Scared and trembling they began to experience the world.
Surrounded by loving, caring, and in most cases teary-eyed humans, they were now able to stand and even take some wobbly steps. They were placed in a foster home to begin their journey back to being happy healthy trusting dogs ready for adoption. Below is one of the many emails that we received from their adoptive families.
The Happy Ending: Hi Second Chance, Haven’t written in a while because I’ve been so busy protecting Mommy and keeping her happy. I have to check out everyone who walks by or comes into our house and announce them very loudly, but then I go lie down at Mommy’s feet to see that she’s safe. That keeps me very busy.
I have found two things that I just don’t like: one is something called "thunder"-I have found a puff that Mommy keeps near her bed in case she gets cool at night that I curl up in until the noise goes away. Boy, I really shake when that’s going on! The other is something called "fireworks". They’re not quite as bad as thunder, but I don’t like them, either.
I’m getting awfully smart..I’ve figured out that when Mommy puts those braces on, that means she’s going out and leaving me alone. So, yesterday when she was getting ready for church, I emptied her pocketbook all over the floor! Yup, keys, makeup, everything! I don’t think she was very happy, but it kept her home a little longer. Now she keeps it zipped so I can’t pull that trick again. It was almost as much fun as emptying her waste basket! But, she keeps that empty now, too, so will have to find something else to keep me busy. Maybe I should try some of the toys she keeps on my blanket. I don’t know what to do with them, but maybe someday…
Hugs,Dante To see the full story and others, go to our website : http://www.secondchanceanimals.org/ Information provided by the owner
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