Humane Issues

Appropriate care of your dog and cat
Dogs and cats make wonderful pets, but only if we humans do our part to ensure a successful relationship.
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The Shelter Patchwork
It is estimated 100,000 animals are turned over to public South Carolina animal shelters each year, and this number is growing. Despite the efforts of shelters with aggressive adoption programs, the vast majority of these animals are euthanized. The numbers nationally are just as staggering.
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Humane euthanasia. Why is it necessary?
As The Shelter Patchwork article testifies, euthanasia in South Carolina is a widespread practice. That being said, no one likes euthanasia, even if humanely administered—especially those who must carry it out.
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The 70% Solution
The 7% Solution was the key for Sherlock Holmes; the 70% Solution is the key to ending the number one cause of pet cruelty - overpopulation! The City of Columbia has one of the best spay/neuter ordinances in the state.
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Dog Bite Prevention Tips
Learn a new language - DOG. Dogs (and most mammals) communicate primarily through body language and scent. Humans tend to use sound. Learn to “speak” a little dog; it will help you with your own dog and with any dogs you meet.
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Introducing Your Pet and Baby
Children and animals can be best friends, but they each need proper introductions for the friendship to form. Research (and our own observations) tell us...
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Where To Get Your Next Pet
Whoever said you can’t buy happiness has never brought home a new dog or cat! If you are thinking of adding a pet to your house, where will you go to get your next four-legged friend? The Columbia Animal Shelter, we hope!
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Suggested Reading List
This is a compilation of Fiction, Non-Fiction and Reference Books that The Animal Mission thinks provides good reading. Enjoy!
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