June Stats
- Since Feb, 2009, 902 free cat spays/neuters were done at ASD, thanks to Maddie’s Fund.
- 753 pets were adopted.
- 56 rescue groups saved 380 shelter pets.
- 1,325 pets were saved (“saved” means: reunited with owner, rescued, adopted or transferred to Humane Society.)
- At our last signature event, 112 pets were adopted!
Top 10 Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Pet
10 - EVERYDAY, 100 - 150 stray or owner-surrendered dogs and cats are received at Miami-Dade Animal Services.
You can save a life by adopting a cat or dog from your local shelter.
9 - Many dogs and cats awaiting adoption at the shelter are already housebroken! With most family members gone during the work week for 8 hours or more, house training is certainly an important consideration.
8 - When you adopt an older dog or cat from the shelter, you already know how big the animal is, what his temperament is, how active he is and if he has been trained.
7 - Adoption staff and volunteers work with you to make that perfect match. They will try and make sure that you are choosing the pet that will make both family and animal happy with each other.
6 - Instant companion! When you adopt from a shelter, you immediately have a devoted friend for life.
5 - You will be an example to others, and they may become inspired to visit a shelter.
4 -There are puppies and kittens at the shelter as well as older animals. Whatever age you are looking for, you can find him or her at the shelter.
3 - Purebreds can be found at the shelter.
2 - Miami-Dade Animal Services provide all necessary shots and spaying/neutering before the animal goes home with you. Spaying/neutering helps to end the tremendous pet overpopulation problem, is healthier for your animal and saves you time and money.
1 - Unconditional Love! Your new pet will love you regardless of all other outside factors. Where else can you find that kind of devotion?
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Posted by: Betty | August 13, 2009 at 09:52 AM