Every year, thousands of perfectly healthy pets are put to sleep in our nation's animal shelters. If you are thinking of adopting a pet, please go to your local animal shelter first. You will not only be making a friend for life, you will be SAVING a life. And PLEASE be a responsible pet "mommy" or "daddy" - get your dog or cat spayed or neutered! He or she will live a longer, healthier, happier life, and you will know that your pet isn't contributing to the population of homeless, unwanted pets.