(Shelbyville, Tennessee) (September 29, 2007) Imagine being greeted each day with animation and enthusiasm. Whether it's a lick on the face or a wagging tail, pets have a way of brightening our days. Unfortunately not every pet is lucky enough to have a home. Many pets are abandoned, abused, or otherwise surrendered by the families that can no longer care for them. Rescue Organizations strive to find new, loving homes for these pets so they can once again become a member of a caring family.
Shelbyville-Bedford County Humane Association, along with Shar Pei Rescue of Tennessee, Inc. an Ambassador for the Purina® Pro Plan® Rally to Rescue™ program, are co-hosting a Rally to Rescue event at the 3rd Annual Celebration Pet Day, on September 29, 2007, to raise funds and awareness for pet rescue and help local homeless dogs and cats find permanent homes.
"Networking with other animal rescue agencies enables us to have much more success finding homes for adoptable pets", said Cheryl Richardson, Celebration Pet Day Coordinator. "Events supported by the Purina Rally to Rescue Program enable us to continue to make a difference and save thousands of pets. They provide us with t-shirts, food bowls, and informative posters."
Shelbyville-Bedford County Humane Association is responsible for adopting nearly 100 homeless pets each year in Shelbyville and in the surrounding Bedford County areas. Since the organization is entirely operated by volunteers, the first step in pet adoption is the completion of an adoption application. Once the completed application is returned, potential adopters are scheduled to visit with the potential pet of their choice. Adoption fees usually start at $50.00 to help cover shelter costs and veterinary care. Adoption applications may be obtained by calling (931)684-KIND or e-mailing SBCHA@hotmail.com.
Smaller pet rescue organizations, like Shar Pei Rescue of Tennessee, help place nearly half a million dogs and cats in homes each year, and represent nearly 45% of all pet adoption agencies. However, they are often overlooked by potential donors due to more limited fundraising and marketing capabilities. Adoption fees provide most of the funds that are needed to pay for the medical care and microchipping that each dog has before being placed in an adoptive home. "We receive some support from our national club, Chinese Shar Pei Club of America, but without donations and fund raisers, we wouldn't be able to do what we do", says Cindy Sherrill, head of Shar Pei Rescue of Tennessee. You can learn more about this rescue group by going to the web site www.tnsharpeirescue.com or by writing Cindy at chs@sewanee.edu.
The Pro Plan Rally to Rescue Program is designed to raise funds and awareness for pet rescue organizations nationwide. Funds are raised via the sale of pet collars with matching wristbands and also t-shirts. Items are available for purchase online at www.rallytorescue.org. Net proceeds will benefit participating rescue organizations.
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