The idle musings of a former military man, former computer geek, medically retired pastor and now full-time writer. Contents guaranteed to offend the politically correct and anal-retentive from time to time. My approach to life is that it should be taken with a large helping of laughter, and sufficient firepower to keep it tamed!
Friday, December 5, 2008
People and pets in recession
I've been saddened to read many reports about families abandoning their pets because the breadwinner(s) has/have been laid off, they've lost their home, and they can't afford to keep the animal(s) with them and/or the temporary housing they're using doesn't allow them.
The latest report is that exotic birds such as cockatiels, macaws and others are now being found abandoned in foreclosed homes, because many animal shelters don't have facilities to take them.
Friends, here's a thought. This Christmas, if you have even a few dollars to spare, how about giving two extra gifts? The first would be to those organizations trying to help the suddenly homeless, like the Salvation Army, or a local food bank. The second would be to the local animal shelter of your choice? I suggest one that tries to be as helpful as possible, rather than one that simply euthanizes any strays or abandoned animals that come in: but that's your call. To locate those in your area, simply do an internet search on 'Animal Shelters' plus your zip code. That'll bring up a list of names.
Maybe, this Christmas, we can spare a thought for those families who can't celebrate, and for some of their animal friends who are suffering right now. The poor animals don't understand why the people they loved have abandoned them. Both need our help.
Peter
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I could not agree more.
I agree 100%. We give to a pet rescue.My wife helps out there also.And we give to the Salvation Army. We have had a rough spot or two.
I'm really glad to see the exotic bird abandonment issue addressed. As an exotic bird owner myself, I know how difficult and different keeping these birds can be compared to dogs and cats. Your local Animal Shelters are rarely suitably equipped or staffed to care for exotics. Please visit the Avian Welfare Resource page for a list of avian rescues by state.
http://www.avianwelfare.org/links/organizations.htm
Amen, brother. Both our furkids are rescues. Unfortunately L&T wife is allergic to birds. But we support local no-kill efforts.
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