Hey you, yes, you! Do you know the signs to look for when it comes to animal abuse?! Do you do your part when it comes to protecting our furry four-legged friends? Unfortunately, animal abuse still exists in our world today but with education and team work, maybe, just maybe, we can make it a thing of the past.
Recognize that there are resources available to help you recognize the signs of animal abuse and to help put a stop to it. In 2008, the ASPCA, for example, partnered with a program called Do Something! Aimed at educating teens, Do Something provides an online community where teens can gather and discuss ways in which they can help make the world a better place. One of the topics covered and discussed on a daily basis is animal welfare.
Do Something's teen-friendly web content covering animal welfare is quite popular and a tremendous success at offering "humane education." Since inception, ten $500 grants have been awarded by the ASPCA to teens who have stepped up and implemented their own animal welfare projects. It's tremendously encouraging to me to see our children taking such an active role in important issues today.
If you're wondering what "humane education" is, the ASPCA and Do Something teach us how to care for animals both in our homes and in our communities. The premise fosters respect, empathy and kindness for all beings (on two feet, 4 feet or more), and teaches responsible stewardship for the environment and its inhabitants. The one overriding goal of humane education is to make our planet a more humane and kind place to live.
Changing the world requires help and contribution from people just like you. If making a difference and improving the world we'll hand down to our children appeals to you, you may be wondering how you can get started. It starts with little things that can ultimately make you a contributing member of the community looking out for animal welfare.
Knowing who to call if you witness or suspect animal abuse is perhaps the most fundamental step in making a difference. Take the time to find your local Humane Society number and keep it handy. More useful in a general sense is your local police non-emergency number.
Once you know who to call, know what circumstances warrant calling. Obviously, witnessing a dog being beaten represents a justifiable situation for calling, but dogs left chained outside without adequate food or water, for excessive durations or for hours during cold winter months also warrant a call for help. All you need do is youre your eyes open for issues of clear neglect or abuse.
Take the time to educate your children. Do your part to instill compassion and respect for animals and set a good example.3 Ensure that your children know that animals suffer much like humans, experiencing pain, sadness. Perhaps more than any other action you can take, teaching your children to respect and care for animals paves the road for a better future.
Get involved but don't get involved. That one requires a little explaining. What I mean is that you should leave action to the professionals and those with the authority to act. Do not intervene directly by confronting an abuser yourself. Doing so exposes you and your family to the risk of retaliation. Call your police non-emergency number or your local humane society. They are best equipped to get the job done and will almost always accept anonymous reports.
Get involved in programs and activities geared towards the creation of stronger penalties. While laws may stop the abuse after it has begun, harsh penalties act as deterrents to prevent abuse in the first place. As an advocate for animal welfare, you can do your part by joining such movements as the ASPCA Advocacy Brigade and writing to your local legislators and representatives. If you are a real go-getter, start your own community action efforts and get some petitions under the noses of those who can make a difference.
There are many things you can do to help animals and prevent animal abuse. You don't have to spend a lot of money or give up a lot of time, all you have to do is open your heart and be aware of what is going on in your community. Together, we can make this world a kinder and safer place. Not only do humans deserve fair and kind treatment, animals do as well. So jump on board.let's fight animal cruelty together!
Recognize that there are resources available to help you recognize the signs of animal abuse and to help put a stop to it. In 2008, the ASPCA, for example, partnered with a program called Do Something! Aimed at educating teens, Do Something provides an online community where teens can gather and discuss ways in which they can help make the world a better place. One of the topics covered and discussed on a daily basis is animal welfare.
Do Something's teen-friendly web content covering animal welfare is quite popular and a tremendous success at offering "humane education." Since inception, ten $500 grants have been awarded by the ASPCA to teens who have stepped up and implemented their own animal welfare projects. It's tremendously encouraging to me to see our children taking such an active role in important issues today.
If you're wondering what "humane education" is, the ASPCA and Do Something teach us how to care for animals both in our homes and in our communities. The premise fosters respect, empathy and kindness for all beings (on two feet, 4 feet or more), and teaches responsible stewardship for the environment and its inhabitants. The one overriding goal of humane education is to make our planet a more humane and kind place to live.
Changing the world requires help and contribution from people just like you. If making a difference and improving the world we'll hand down to our children appeals to you, you may be wondering how you can get started. It starts with little things that can ultimately make you a contributing member of the community looking out for animal welfare.
Knowing who to call if you witness or suspect animal abuse is perhaps the most fundamental step in making a difference. Take the time to find your local Humane Society number and keep it handy. More useful in a general sense is your local police non-emergency number.
Once you know who to call, know what circumstances warrant calling. Obviously, witnessing a dog being beaten represents a justifiable situation for calling, but dogs left chained outside without adequate food or water, for excessive durations or for hours during cold winter months also warrant a call for help. All you need do is youre your eyes open for issues of clear neglect or abuse.
Take the time to educate your children. Do your part to instill compassion and respect for animals and set a good example.3 Ensure that your children know that animals suffer much like humans, experiencing pain, sadness. Perhaps more than any other action you can take, teaching your children to respect and care for animals paves the road for a better future.
Get involved but don't get involved. That one requires a little explaining. What I mean is that you should leave action to the professionals and those with the authority to act. Do not intervene directly by confronting an abuser yourself. Doing so exposes you and your family to the risk of retaliation. Call your police non-emergency number or your local humane society. They are best equipped to get the job done and will almost always accept anonymous reports.
Get involved in programs and activities geared towards the creation of stronger penalties. While laws may stop the abuse after it has begun, harsh penalties act as deterrents to prevent abuse in the first place. As an advocate for animal welfare, you can do your part by joining such movements as the ASPCA Advocacy Brigade and writing to your local legislators and representatives. If you are a real go-getter, start your own community action efforts and get some petitions under the noses of those who can make a difference.
There are many things you can do to help animals and prevent animal abuse. You don't have to spend a lot of money or give up a lot of time, all you have to do is open your heart and be aware of what is going on in your community. Together, we can make this world a kinder and safer place. Not only do humans deserve fair and kind treatment, animals do as well. So jump on board.let's fight animal cruelty together!
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