Archive for October, 2007
Pet Adoption Week: 9,000 Animals Need New Homes
RSPCA Pet Adoption Week: 9,000 Lonely Hearts Need Loving Homes
- New survey reveals we look for similar characteristics in pets and partners -
A shocking 9,000 animals1 in the RSPCA’s care are in need of good new homes as the Society’s first Pet Adoption Week begins (Saturday 20 to Sunday 28 October 2007). This coincides with new research showing people look for the same qualities in both pets and partners2.
According to the light-hearted poll, most people consider personality to be the most important characteristic in both pets and partners3. Sadly the RSPCA can’t help people find a partner - but it could match them with their ideal pet!
Andy Foxcroft, chief officer for the RSPCA inspectorate and the man in charge of the team who rescue and collect so many of these animals, said: “We have thousands of animals looking for new homes through no fault of their own. Adopting an animal from the RSPCA will give one of these lonely hearts a much-needed second chance - and you will be able to enjoy the wonderful feeling of knowing you’ve given a special home to an animal that really needs it.”
During RSPCA Pet Adoption Week (PAW), anyone thinking of getting a pet is encouraged to go to their nearest RSPCA animal centre or branch where they will be advised on which pet could be best for them. The Society will take into account everything that both you and the animal need to give you the best chance of a perfect partnership.
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