IACC Hosts Pet Overpopulation Week May 21-25
INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Animal Care & Control (IACC) announced today that next week, May 21-25 will be Pet Overpopulation Week at the shelter. A series of informative seminars will be held at the shelter to educate the public on ways to eliminate pet overpopulation and unnecessary euthanasia.
“Pet overpopulation is a problem for every citizen in Indianapolis,” said Earl Morgan, Director of Public Safety. “This problem leads to the suffering of animals, the spread of disease, animal attacks and the death of thousands of healthy animals every year in our city.”
IACC took in over 18,000 animals in 2006. That number has been declining since 2004, when IACC cared for almost 20,000 animals.
“We are asking citizens to educate themselves so responsible choices can be made,” said Morgan. “If we all do our part to be responsible pet owners and neighbors, pet overpopulatin can end in Indianapolis.”
All the seminars are free of charge and open to any member of the public. Seminars will take place at 6:30 p.m. at IACC, located at 2600 S. Harding St. The schedule for seminars is:
· Mon., May 21: Kids Day! Kids, bring your parents to learn to be a responsible pet owner!
· Tues., May 22: Canine Behavior. An animal behavioralist will present how to address common dog behavior issues that may lead to the surrender of the animal.
· Wed., May 23: Demonstration Spay Surgery. A video of a demonstration spay surgery with commentary will be shown.
· Thurs., May 24: Euthanasia Facts. Does it make you angry to know that healthy animals are euthanized in Indianapolis and across the country? Come learn the facts about euthanasia and how your choices have a direct impact on this practice.
· Fri., May 25: Stray Cats. If you have a stray cat problem in your neighborhood, you need to come to this session! The stray cat population is being reduced in this city. Come find out how you can get involved and make this program work in your neighborhood.
IACC works year-round to combat the pet overpopulation problem in Indianapolis. The spring usually brings a barrage of litters of kittens and puppies into animal shelters around the state.
IACC offers a variety of services to the public, including pet adoption, microchipping and public education information.
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