Unchain your dog
Dogs want to be with their human “pack”—indoors!
Dogs crave companionship in addition to running and exploring.
If you know a dog whose whole life is spent at the end of a
chain, ask his or her human companion if you can take the dog
some toys and treats, and offer to take him or her for walks.
Put the 411 on Fido and Fluffy
Lost animals depend on a tag with your address and telephone number to get home. Use a harness for walking, but every month, slip three fingers under the collar to make sure that it isn’t too tight.
Let birds be birds
Birds are meant to fly in flocks, not languish in a cage all alone. Never buy a bird from a pet shop or a breeder. If you already have a bird, get him or her a feathered friend from a shelter, and let them fly free in a secure room for long periods every day.
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Little things count
Playtime and tummy rubs mean everything to animals whose lives consist mainly of waiting for us to come home. Never ignore that wagging tail, let your cat sprawl across your magazine, and take dogs for long walks every day.
To neuter is cuter!
Every hour, 2,500 dogs and cats are born in the U.S.—far
more than can find decent homes. Don’t “litter”—make
sure that every dog and cat you know is spayed or neutered.
Save the strays
When animals are lost, they need to be taken in by someone who
can try to find their families. If your family can’t keep
animals until their guardians can be found, take them to an
animal shelter, where they will be safe from cars and cruel
people.
Outfox “Old man winter”
Break the ice on birdbaths and water bowls so that squirrels, birds, and other animals who live outdoors can find a drop to drink. |
