PET OVERPOPULATION IN THE

UNITED STATES
It is impossible to determine how many stray dogs
and cats live in the United States; estimates for cats
alone range up to
Most strays are lost pets who were not kept
properly indoors or provided with some kind of
identification.
Only
of the animals received by
shelters have been spayed or neutered.
...About

of owned pets are neutered.

dogs in shelters &

cats in shelters are
destroyed simply because there is no one to
adopt them.

HELP FIGHT ANIMAL CRUELTY

We need you on our side! You dont have to be a
cop, a lawyer or a judge to fight animal cruelty. All
you need is the courage to speak up for those who
cannot speak for themselves.

For more information and extra tips on how to

help the animals in your neighborhood visit us
at www.aspca.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS

ASPCA Humane Awards Luncheon

Date: March 15, 2014
Place: Southern Lights, Greensboro, NC
The Humane Awards Luncheon provides the ASPCA
with a forum to recognize the animal heroes who have
demonstrated extraordinary efforts, as well as individuals
who have demonstrated their commitment to making an
impact in the lives of animals.

The Annual ASPCA Bergh Ball

Date: October 11, 2014
Place: Moseley Ballroom, Elon University
Campus, Elon, NC
Held every year for over a decade, the Annual ASPCA
Bergh Ball is one of our signature events in the Triad region.
An exclusive black-tie event attracting over 300 passionate
animal lovers including community leaders, generous
donors and celebrities. The Bergh Ball directly impacts the
lives of homeless, abused and abandoned animals across the
country.

ASPCA, the ASPCA Logo Design, We Are Their Voice, Compassion, Comfort, Love,
ASPCA Kids and The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, are all
registered trademarks of The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

I need
a home!

WHO WE ARE
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty
to Animals (ASPCA) is a privately funded notfor-profit corporation that was the first humane
society to be established in North America. It is
today one of the largest in the world. Henry Bergh
founded us in 1866 on the belief that animals are
entitled to kind and respectful treatment at the
hands of humans, and must be protected under
the law. Headquartered in New York City, the
ASPCA maintains a strong local presence, and
with programs that extend our anti-cruelty mission
across the country, we are recognized as a national
animal welfare organization.

WHAT WE DO
As the first humane organization to be granted legal
authority to investigate and make arrests for crimes against
animals, we are wholly dedicated to fulfilling the ASPCA
mission through nonviolent approaches. Our organization
provides local and national leadership in three key areas:
caring for pet parents and pets, providing positive outcomes
for at-rist animals and serving victims of animal cruelty.

WHAT ARE PUPPY MILLS?

A puppy mill is a large-scale commercial dog breeding
operation where profit is given priority over the wellbeing of the dogs. Unlike responsible breederer who
place the utmost importance on producing the healthiest
puppies possible, breeding at puppy mills is performed
without consideration of genetic quality. This results in

HISTORY
Incorporated in 1866 by a special act of the New York
State legislature, the ASPCA has
a history rich in challenges and
victoriesfrom providing care
and protection for NYCs working
horses and transforming dog
pounds into professionally run
adoption facilities to founding
an animal hospital that is still in
operation today.

generations of dogs with unchecked hereditary defects.

Puppy mill puppies are typically sold to pet shops
usually through a broker, or middlemanand marketed
as young as eight weeks of age. The lineage records of
puppy mill dogs are often falsified.

HOW CAN YOU HELP LOCAL ANIMALS?

DO YOU THINK YOURE READY TO ADOPT?

Start a neighborhood watch program.

Volunteer at your local shelter or animal rescue
organization.
Become an animal
activist.
Help your neighbors
animals.
Start a pet food bank.
Promote spaying and
neutering.
Clean up for wildlife.
Become an ASPCA
Ambassador and
fundraise for animals.

Ask yourself these questions before you decide to adopt

an animal:
Why do you want to adopt a pet?
Are you ready to make a long term commitment?
Do you know what kind of pet is right for you?
Can you afford to care for your pets health and safety?
Will you be able to spend quality time together?
Are you prepared to deal with an animals health
challenges?
Are you willing to train your animal companion?
Are you prepared to pet-proof your home?
Is your living space adwwequate for an animal
companion?
Is your family ready for a pet?