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Foster parents are the lifeblood of
every rescue group and shelter. Don't worry if you can't commit for
long periods of time .. there is always a need for someone who can fill
in for a few days too! |
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| Volunteer at your local
shelter. If you can walk a dog, brush a cat or even just answer a
phone they can always use the help. Think you might be too busy? If
you can spare thirty minutes a week they can still use your help |
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| Good desktop publishing skills
are always in demand. From posters for adoptables to building
brochures, these skills can be put to good use by any group and will
really help get the word out there |
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| Have a party with a twist.
Instead of gifts for your birthday or anniversary, ask your guests to
make a donation of either money or supplies to your favourite rescue |
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| Be a bride with a conscience
and offer your guests a little card or token to let them know that
in lieu of favours you have made a donation to your favourite animal
rescue. If you are settled enough to already have all the toasters and
dishes you need, it would be very meaningful to ask your guests to
donate to your favourite rescue in lieu of a gift. |
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| If you have a blog or a
website, put a link for your favourite rescue on the sidebar. Or
you can go to the
Petfinder Download Center and get a
free customized pet list or featured pet module , such as the ones you
see throughout this site. |
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| Is there a new baby in the
family or the neighbourhood? So many good dogs are surrendered,
abandoned and killed because everyone knits but noone thinks to offer to
walk the dog until the new parents settle into the new routine.
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| Not ready to adopt? Then
Sponsor the Spay or Neuter for a pet at your favourite rescue. Or
if you're feeling really generous, sponsor the whole kit and caboodle of
health check and vaccines too. |
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| Make up a nice basket full
of goodies to raffle off for your favourite rescue. You will probably
find that the animal clinic that provides the vet support will be more
than happy to put the basket on the counter and may even sell the
tickets for you. |
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| Talk ... talk ... talk.
Never underestimate the power of word of mouth. Talk to your friends
and family about your favourite rescue whenever you see opportunities in
the conversation. |
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| Be a good example. Take
good care of your own pets and make sure they are spayed and neutered.
Let your friends and neighbours see how much fun it is to have the
companionship of a good pet |
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| Last but not least, adopt
your next Best Friend from a
Rescue Group
, Breed Rescue,
the Nova Scotia SPCA,
TNR Groups or
Animal Control. |
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