February, National Responsible Pet Owners Month, was designated to celebrate and promote responsible pet ownership. Most of us realize that owning a pet is a privilege and should result in a mutually beneficial relationship. National Responsible Pet Owners Month is a time to recommit ourselves to our pets. Pet ownership comes with obligations as well as benefits. The following are a few points to consider:
- Commit to the relationship for life
- Be sure that you have the financial resources
- Choose a pet appropriate for your lifestyle
- Properly identify and register your pets
- Provide exercise and mental stimulation
- Provide preventative health care with regular vet visits
- Spay/Neuter for reproduction control
According to Dr. Jan Pol, world-renowned veterinarian from the National Geographic series The Incredible Dr. Pol, ” Approximately 3.7 million animals are euthanized each year due to overcrowding and poorly-funded shelters. Spaying and neutering is the best way to prevent overcrowding in shelters. I support organizations like Givebones that recognize the importance of rescuing pets and helping shelters around the country.” So recommit to your pets and support our local shelters and rescues. For more information on this topic, click here.
Upcoming Events:
Mark your calendars and plan to visit Braxton’s as they host local rescue organizations in February. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet some of the wonderful pets available for adoption. For more information on any of the following events, click here.
February 9, 2014: DelCo SPCA 12-3.
February 15, 2014: Animal Rescue Foundation 9-3.
February 22, 2014: Finding Shelter 11-2.
February 23, 2014: Francisvale Home for Small Animals 1-3.
World-renowned veterinarian Dr. Jan Pol from National Geographic series The Incredible Dr. Pol has joined forces with charitable company Givebones for February’s National Responsible Pet Owners Month.
They will host a Twitter contest beginning on Valentine’s Day and ending on February 27th, 2013, which marks National Spay Day, to promote and encourage responsible pet ownership techniques.
Here’s what Dr. Pol said:
“Approximately 3.7 million animals are euthanized each year due to overcrowding and poorly-funded shelters. Spaying and neutering is the best way to prevent overcrowding in shelters. I admire and support organizations like Givebones that recognize the importance of rescuing pets and helping shelters around the country.”
– See more at: http://perezhilton.com/teddyhilton/2013-02-13-national-responsible-pet-owners-month-needs-your-help#sthash.X72B2x59.dpuf
World-renowned veterinarian Dr. Jan Pol from National Geographic series The Incredible Dr. Pol has joined forces with charitable company Givebones for February’s National Responsible Pet Owners Month.
They will host a Twitter contest beginning on Valentine’s Day and ending on February 27th, 2013, which marks National Spay Day, to promote and encourage responsible pet ownership techniques.
Here’s what Dr. Pol said:
“Approximately 3.7 million animals are euthanized each year due to overcrowding and poorly-funded shelters. Spaying and neutering is the best way to prevent overcrowding in shelters. I admire and support organizations like Givebones that recognize the importance of rescuing pets and helping shelters around the country.”
– See more at: http://perezhilton.com/teddyhilton/2013-02-13-national-responsible-pet-owners-month-needs-your-help#sthash.X72B2x59.dpuf
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