Charitable Giving for Animal Lovers
As a dog lover, you may wish to support an animal-related cause. One great way is through monetary donations, but remember that volunteering your time to help animals is just as important. If you want to volunteer your time, visit your local animal shelter or rescue group to see what you can do. You may even consider fostering a dog if that is the right choice for your lifestyle.
If you wish to make a donation to a national animal organization, here a few to consider:
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
The Humane Society of the United States
Petfinder.com Foundation
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Assistance Dogs of America
National Canine Cancer Foundation
The Pet Fund
I am also a big fan of supporting small, local animal charities (as long as they are reputable). Check out your own city's animal welfare and rescue groups for ideas!
Comments
While I am a member of the ASPCA, my major donation for Christmas will go to McKennel’s Animal Adoption Agency in Rumford.
It’s the local “pound” but clean and happy, so much so I pay to board my Newfoundland dog when I have to go out of town. And my dog, Maeve, loves it. It’s like a vacation. But sadly, some of the puppies and kitties don’t find new homes, so I give enough for a couple or three large bags of food.
Father Daniel Beegan S.T.D.
www.neutersooner.org
A new program started in Oklahoma to spay and neuter pets for low income people….sometimes they will even do it for free as funds allow!!!! Awesome !!!