A puppy or kitten top many Christmas wish lists but the Capital Humane Society wants everyone to be a responsible pet owner.
Shelby Backus is the Director of Operations at the Pieloch Pet Adoption Center with the Capital Humane Society and says, “Those considering giving a pet as a present, make sure all parties involved are okay with it. If you are buying for a family member who doesn’t live with you,. make sure the parents in the household are okay with it because they are the ones in charge of taking care of it.”
Backus also recommends thinking through the process carefully. She says, “We want animals to be a lifetime commitment, not just for 30 days. That is rough on everyone involved. Especially with dogs, do your research. Not every breed is appropriate for every family. When it is the right fit, you will know it.”
You can go to the Capital Humane Society’s website to see what animals are available. If there isn’t one that that sparks your interest, Backus says they do offer gift certificates that cover the cost of the adoption fee. That way you can put the certificate in the stocking for Christmas and then wait for just the right fit for the child or family.
For more information on adoptions, visit the Capital Humane Society’s website by clicking here.