Every
year millions of dogs, puppies, cats and kittens are euthanized simply
because there is no home for them. Every hour in the U.S., more than
2,000 dogs and 3,500 cats are born, compared to 415 humans. Many of
these animals are euthanized. It is estimated that at least
61% of dogs and 75% of cats in shelters will be euthanized. Most of
these ill-fated pets are consequences of unplanned litters and bad breeders.
Should there be laws about getting your pets spayed or neutered? Should there be laws or regulations for breeding dogs and cats? For instance, should all pet breeders be required to earn AKC (American Kennel Club) certification in order to get a special breeders' license? Should pet owners be required by law to get their pet spayed/neutered before their pet reaches a certain age?
Any other thoughts on how to avoid the mass euthanization of hundreds of thousands of dogs and cats each year?
Should there be laws about getting your pets spayed or neutered? Should there be laws or regulations for breeding dogs and cats? For instance, should all pet breeders be required to earn AKC (American Kennel Club) certification in order to get a special breeders' license? Should pet owners be required by law to get their pet spayed/neutered before their pet reaches a certain age?
Any other thoughts on how to avoid the mass euthanization of hundreds of thousands of dogs and cats each year?
Keri
