Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month
Every year in April pet owners go orange while celebrating the annual prevention of cruelty to animals. Over 50 dogs were found dead in police cars due to heat exhaustion last year. Physical abuse to animals happens almost daily as most pet owners result in hitting their pets instead of using the appropriate discipline techniques. While there are various forms of animal cruelty, they all scream neglect and irresponsibility.
Cruelty to animals stretches back even to the dark ages when people used to burn cats out of fear that the latter was associated with the devil. Such beliefs might be a thing of the past, but even after the first animal cruelty laws were passed in 1641, it took cases such as the orca capture in 1961 for their proper enforcement. Lately, animal cruelty is fuelled more by ignorance than superstition. How to participate
If you wish to participate in this year’s prevention of cruelty to animals campaign, here are a few tips on how you can help.
Purchase grass-fed beef and cage-free eggs
Purchasing cruelty-free products is one sure way to support the prevention of cruelty to animals month. It not only helps endorse the companies that continuously fight for the treating of animals with respect but also introduces your pets to healthy food. Their products have zero artificial growth hormones or dyes.
Adoption
If you have been thinking of adding to your pets, April is the perfect month to pull it off. We can recommend a rescue center if you do not know one near your area where you can pick up a puppy in need. Adopt a rescued and pure breed puppy and love it unconditionally as opposed to purchasing a cross-breed that will always have health issues.
Voluntary work
If you already own enough pets, you can dedicate a few days of your month to help in a rescue shelter near you. The lack of funds and insufficient human resources leads to pets being put down almost every month in rescue centers. A little help can go a long way in saving a dog or cat’s life.
Conclusion
Cruelty to animals also extends to laboratories and research facilities that use cats, monkeys, dogs, and even rabbits as test subjects for their products. Hundreds of animals die annually from these tests and raising awareness can help prevent these deaths. Cruelty to animals can also be a trigger for dangerous behavior as seen in humans. If your new pet was treated harshly and exhibits dangerous behavior, contact us for professional assistance.
Sources
https://nationaltoday.com/prevention-of-cruelty-to-animals-month/
https://www.doobert.com/prevention-of-cruelty-to-animals-month/
https://www.aspca.org/news/april-prevention-cruelty-animals-month
https://weareallaboutcats.com/prevention-of-cruelty-to-animals-month/
