February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month

Every year an estimated 6-8 million homeless pets enter animal shelters across the United States. Due to the limited number of adoptions, and the fact that many shelters simply do not have the resources to afford long-term care, millions of these animals will be euthanized. These are not the offspring of already homeless animals, but the puppies or kittens of pets who were either intentionally or accidentally allowed to breed.There is a solution; getting your pet spayed or neutered is a 100% effective way to ensure that these animals and their offspring will not contribute to the growing number of those already suffering.

is an annual campaign supported by the

that shines light on this proven method to save the lives of companion pets who would otherwise be put down in a shelter or killed on the streets.During this month shelters across the world will be hosting events in support of a more humane society, all culminating in

on Tuesday, February 26

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You can get involved by attending an event at a local shelter, or even hosting one in your own community; but most importantly, get involved by having your own pet spayed or neutered. If cost is an issue, there are affordable ways to get your pet spayed or neutered; check out the locations that the

.There are many reasons to get your pet spayed or neutered, including

. Don’t rule out this simple, safe procedure that may save the lives of countless animals. Learn

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