New York Pet Adoption
Contribute
to the care of a stray cat or dog with a $250 "Rescued
Pet Wellness Package" at the Humane Society of New York.
Upon arrival, the animal receives an examination by a veterinarian,
neutering, and all inoculations and tests necessary to prepare
the pet for adoption. Donors will receive a photo and bio of
their sponsored pet.
Contact: Susan Richmond, (212)752-4842
visit: www.humanesocietyny.org
Protect Your Pet against animal
cruelty
Keeping your companion animal safe is
one good way
to help prevent animal cruelty. Don't let your pet be the victim
of a cruel act. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center receives
many calls about poisoned animals and they've provided these
helpful hints to prevent malicious poisoning.
1. Do routine checks of your pet's enclosed
area.
2. Be sure to remove unfamiliar or questionable
items from the enclosure.
3. Whenever possible, supervise pets
when they are outdoors. Do not allow your pets to spend significant
amounts of time unsupervised outdoors.
4. Develop relationships with neighbors
who have pets to create a sort of neighborhood watch for your
pets.
5. Never let your pet run loose.
6. Provide a safe confined area with
a secure gate when pets are left alone outdoors.
7. Teach your pet not to accept food
or treats from strangers.
8. Be a good neighbor -- prevent excessive
barking, don't allow pets to have access to neighbor's yards
and trash cans, address neighbors' concerns about your pets
in a positive, constructive manner to avoid serious conflicts
9. Report suspicious behavior to local
authorities.
10. If you suspect that your pet
has been poisoned, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
immediately at (888) 426-4435.
source: http://www.aspca.org
