RESPECT for Animals *Animals are vulnerable *Animals are greatly affected by our actions *We are responsible to show care and compassion for all life, especially the vulnerable and powerless.

THE FIVE FREEDOMS FOR ANIMALS:  Freedom from thirst and hunger – provide food/water.  Freedom from discomfort - by providing an appropriate li ving environment  Freedom from pain, injury, and disease - by prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment.  Freedom to express normal behavior - by providing sufficient space, companions.  Freedom from fear and distress -

Domestic Pet Overpopulation:  Large, growing number of homeless domestic cats and dogs.homeless catsdogs  In the United States alone, between 3 and 4 million cats and dogs are euthanized each year because no one volunteers to adopt them. euthanized  Animal advocates encourage that animals be spayed or neutered to prevent the births of unwanted and accidental litters.spayed or neutered

Farm animals  *Factory farming-- farm animals are raised in cruel confinement with little/no room to move. Mass produced, veil, chickens, cows, pigs, etc.

Puppy or Kitten Mills  Commercial dog/cat breeding facility that is operated with an emphasis on profits above animal welfare.dog/cat breeding  Often in substandard conditions regarding the well-being of dogs/cats in their care.

How can you help????  *Support your local Humane Society and/or rescue organization with monetary and material donations  *Adopt a shelter/rescue pet.  *Spay/neuter your pet, and encourage others to do the same.  *Be a good pet owner--- play with your pets, feed them well, regular visits to the vet, etc.

How can you help????  *Don’t buy or eat veal.  *Buy cage free-eggs and free-range chickens.  *Don’t buy ivory or fur.  *Speak out against cruelty to animals.  *Write your congressman urging that humane laws be put into effect.  *Report animal abuse to the police.  *Educate others!

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