Sportsman Show Special 10 % OFF BLINDS Now thru February 28th , 2024
February is National
Spay / Neuter
Awareness Month
February is officially recognized as Spay / Neuter Awareness month to bring attention to the devastating number of homeless pets in this country . We can all help reduce the number of unwanted dogs and cats on the streets and in our shelters simply by spaying or neutering our pets . The surgery is costeffective , and can even be partially paid for by local shelters , if you qualify for financial assistance . It will make your pet calmer and healthier , too . According to the American Veterinary Medical Association , spaying and neutering yields many health benefits , including the prevention of uterine infections and breast cancer in females , and a lower risk of enlarged prostate glands and testicular cancer in males . Sterilized pets are usually more affectionate and less likely to be aggressive , bite , roam , run away , mark territory , or exert dominance over other pets . February was chosen as Spay / Neuter Awareness Month to encourage people to have their pets sterilized before spring and summer , when there is a rampant overproduction of puppies and kittens . Most shelters experience an overwhelming increase in animal intake during those times , leading to the heartbreak of massive euthanasia . Help decrease those numbers , reduce pet overpopulation , and saves pets ’ lives - spay or neuter your dog and cat ! Contact your vet to schedule an appointment . For referrals to participating low-cost spay / neuter programs , call toll-free - 1-800-248-SPAY .
DID YOU KNOW ?
• Every year , 6 - 8 million dogs and cats are turned in or picked up by shelters .
• Over half of the healthy , adoptable animals are euthanized simply because there are not enough homes available .
• Each day , 10,000 humans are born in the U . S . - and each day , 70,000 puppies and kittens are born . As long as these birth rates exist , there will never be enough homes for all the animals .
• Only 1 in 10 dogs and 1 of 12 cats born in the US ever get a permanent home .
• If you think " just one litter " won ' t hurt , please think again !
14 Pawsitively Pets -- February
FOOD THAT WILL HELP OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS DURING COLD WEATHER
• Uncooked Oats
• Cereal
• Cooked Rice ( preferably brown )
• Wet Dog or Cat Food
• Fresh Coconut
• Soaked Dog Kibble
• Baked Potatoes
• Raw Peanuts or Walnuts
• Suet Blocks / Bird Cake
• Wild Birdseed
• Raw Sunflower Seeds
• Bread is better than nothing at all , but is very low in nutritional value .
Thank you for caring !
Source : guardiansofrescue . org .
Sportsman Show Special 10 % OFF BLINDS Now thru February 28th , 2024
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