Economy Hurts Pets

I've been seeing more and more news reports where family pets as well as strays are being dropped off at animal shelters. One report stated that thirteen kittens had been left outside an Animal Control facility in a couple cat carriers. Another told of ten puppies being dropped off at a humane society.

Why this increase in abandoned animals? Well, part of the reason is related to the fact that summertime is breeding time for feral cats. But the numbers have grown substantially over prior summers. So what's happening?

In a word, the economy. People are losing their jobs and this impacts pets and their owners. Tough economic conditions create hard decisions. Many pet owners have to ask themselves if they can afford to keep their pets. It's becoming more prevalent that the answer to this dilemma is no. They must feed their families first and then there's nothing left. This is a heartbreaking situation.

For those in more profitable circumstances, there is something you can do to assist these pets and animals. Step up to the role of a foster parent for these pets. There is an immediate need for foster parents. Families who lose their homes are having to leave their precious furry friends behind. The good thing is many are choosing to leave them at a place where they have a shot of survival.

Being a foster parent to these pets helps to decrease the strain on overcrowded animal control facilities and at the same time gives you a lot of rewards. There is no cost to participate and many humane societies will even provide you supplies like dog carriers or cat carriers, litter boxes and litter, toys and leashes. All you need to provide is the food and most importantly love.

Please contact your local Humane Society if you can help out in any way during these tough times.


Debbie Foster is the owner of Pet Beds Unlimited and an avid animal lover. You will find a wide selection of quality pet beds, dog crates, dog carriers, dog pens, cat beds, cat carriers, large dog beds, pet strollers and more at http://petbedsunlimited.com.