"Saving one pet will not change the world, but surely for that one pet, the world will change forever.”

If you wander outside one day with your morning coffee and are greeted by the forlorn mews of an abandoned cat or kittens, you might be tempted to hope they will just “go away.” However, ignoring them will only make the situation worse. A dumped pregnant cat may shortly have kittens beneath your porch. Healthy kittens, abandoned without their mother, will soon starve or become ill or injured. While you absolutely did not cause the problem, it has become yours, much like a storm that drops a tree in your yard. It’s unexpected and even may cost money to resolve, but nonetheless, there it is, and it’s not going to go away!“

This tremendous need may be the best reason to bring a rescue pet into your home -- but it's far from the only one. There have been literally hundreds of studies showing that pet companionship is good for humans -- from a physical level to a spiritual one.

If you are inspired to add an animal companion to your life, please make your decision carefully. Being a pet guardian is a long-term commitment.