August 15 marks International Homeless Animals Day
Baku, August 15, AZERTAC
Every day, animals are lost, abandoned, or placed in shelters that rely entirely on charity and goodwill, according to ECOcalendar.These organizations are struggling to cope with the situation and desperately trying to raise awareness about the suffering of homeless and abandoned animals.
The International Day of Homeless Animals aims to educate people about the abandonment of domestic pets and the important benefits of spaying and neutering them.
This day, founded in 1992 by the International Society for Animal Rights, was established in response to the growing demand for rescue centers and shelters for animals left on the streets.
Domesticated dogs and cats rely on their human families to meet their needs, and when they become homeless, things start to look very bleak. The International Day of Homeless Animals is here to raise awareness and shed light on the needs of homeless animals, while also raising funds for local animal shelters to help meet their needs.
Shelters try to care for homeless animals, but it is not always possible when they lack space, staff, or finances. It is sad that when shelters are full, many dogs and cats have to be euthanized because they cannot be cared for and are not adopted into loving families. More than 25 million dogs and cats have to be killed each year due to shelter overcrowding.
The International Day of Homeless Animals offers a great opportunity for people to come together and help these otherwise helpless creatures.
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