Ways to Help the Animals in Your Community

It’s difficult to find someone who doesn’t like animals. Caring for a household pet is such a rewarding and enjoyable experience! Yet somehow, there are still tens of millions of stray animals living in the United States, many of which were abandoned by their owners. If this tugs at your heartstrings, you’re not alone. Here are some expert tips from Green Paw Shop for those of you who want to step up and support the abandoned and neglected pets in your community!

Support Rescue Groups in Your Area 

Your city is home to several rescue groups. Shelters and rescue organizations like these are always in need of volunteers, cash donations, and supplies. 

• Adopt a pet from a local shelter. Before bringing home your new furry family member, be sure your home is outfitted with appropriate products like food, food and water bowls, a bed, and toys. Look online for professional and unbiased reviews of pet products so you’ll be confident of the quality and safety of whatever items you’re shopping for.
• Donate cash, pet food, or shelter supplies to an animal shelter. 

Do Your Part to Fight Animal Cruelty

Sadly, animal cruelty is a common problem—and it can be difficult to spot. Know how to identify signs of cruelty and always report your concerns to the authorities.

• Report animal abuse or neglect to your local animal control agency.
• Animal abuse might not always be obvious. While many people keep their dogs tethered outside all day long, this is actually a serious form of cruelty.
• Learn how to be a responsible pet owner to enhance the well-being of your furry friends, and encourage friends and family to do the same.
• Offer to help pet owners who are overwhelmed with their responsibility and lack the resources to provide adequate care.

Launch a Business Helping Pets

 Business-minded individuals have a lot of power to help animals. Consider opening a shelter or launching a pet service business in your city.

• Do some research to determine whether your community needs another animal shelter—and if this demanding job is right for you!
• You could also start a business offering training, dog walking, pet sitting, or other helpful services to support pet owners in your area
• If you’re opening an animal shelter, keep in mind that there is always some degree of risk to visitors, employees, and volunteers. As such, it’s important to learn all you can about how to start a business in your state.
• When opting to use a formation service to legally structure your business, be sure to get the most for your money. Check out com reviews to get a feel for what the various companies offer in terms of ongoing service and affordability.

Every pet deserves to live in a safe and loving home. If you want to help the animals in your community get the support they need, why wait? From donating to a local rescue to launching your own business, there are so many ways to get involved!

Green Paw Shop provides the highest-quality products, services and education to help you care for your animal companions in the most sustainable way possible. Shop online today, or contact us for more info! fetch@greenpawshop.com

A special acknowledgment and many thanks to Jessica Brody of ourbestfriends.pet