Each year about 2.5 million animals houses in shelters are euthanized because there is simply not enough homes for them. 6.5 million animals enter shelters every year, and this number is finally on the decline thanks to the rising availability of affordable spay and neuter programs. Even though this number is on the decline, we must continue to educate communities about the importance of spaying and neutering their pets to prevent unwanted litters of puppies and kittens. Did you know that is 6 years one female dog on her offspring can have produced as many as 67,000 puppies? A female cat can have produced 370,000 kittens! Spaying and neutering your pet has been linked in extended life span, due to the decrease risk of specific types of cancer. The benefits of these procedures are evident, but the cost of these procedures can be an issue for many families, especially if they have multiple pets. The Cass County 4-H Youth Council has decided to work with Dark Horse Coffee, of Linden, Texas in order to help reduce the financial burden of having pets spayed or neutered. Your 4-H club has the opportunity to participate too! Dark Horse Coffee will provide your club with ceramic planters and paint. Your club and decorate the planters and once plants are established in them, they will be for sale in the coffee shop. The proceeds from the sale of these planters will go into an account to pay for spay and neuter procedures of animals in Cass County. If you club is interested in participating, please email [email protected].
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