As the summer comes to a close and school starts up, it may be time to think about adopting a new pet! A regular routine is great for helping a new pet adjust to their new home. It can help you adjust too!
Choosing to adopt a rescued pet from an Animal Centre has many benefits.
Benefits of adopting your new pet
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Value – Adopting a pet from a shelter is inexpensive compared to buying one from a breeder. The initial cost of adoption at the Ontario SPCA also includes spay/neuter and vaccinations.
- Reduce pet overpopulation – You help eliminate the pet overpopulation by choosing a companion already in need of a home. This discourages the breeding of new animals.
- Guidance and support – The Ontario SPCA has adoption centres located throughout the province. Our caring staff can help you Meet Your Match® and be available for advice following your pet adoption.
- Training – If you are reluctant to go through the stages of raising a puppy or kitten, you can adopt a mature companion. They often require little training as they transition into their new environment.
- Reducing the demand for puppy mills – Thousands of animals are churned out each year from puppy and kitten mills for sale through newspaper ads and over the internet. These mills often include problems such as overbreeding, inbreeding, overcrowded cages, poor living conditions etc. By adopting, you are helping stop the demand fueling this cruel industry.
There are so many wonderful pets at Ontario SPCA adoption centres. There are cats and dogs of all ages, shapes, sizes and breeds. As well as birds, rabbits, guinea pigs and more – waiting in hope for a home, someone to share life with, someone to love. Visit your local animal shelter to find your perfect companion.
