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HOUGHTON (November 6, 2015) – Copper Country Humane Society (CCHS) in Houghton is doing its part to help fight pet overpopulation by providing spay/neuter assistance for residents of Houghton, Keweenaw and Baraga counties.
The CCHS Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) is a grant-funded initiative designed to reduce the number of unwanted litters.
Anyone interested in applying for spay/neuter assistance can contact CCHS at 906.487.9560 or email manager@cchumanesociety.com for more information.
Funds are limited.
According to the American Humane Association, approximately 3.7 million animals are euthanized at shelters each year, due to overpopulation. Oftentimes these animals are the offspring of family pets.
“This is a very sad, but preventable statistic,” said CCHS Volunteer LeRita Alert. “Having pets spayed or neutered is the single best decision pet owners can make for the long-term health and welfare of their animals.”
Spaying/neutering is the only permanent, 100-percent effective method of birth control for cats and dogs. Not only does spay/neuter reduce the number of homeless pets being put down, but the long-term benefits are improved health and behavior for both cats and dogs. It can also save owners on overall pet care in the long run.
CCHS is a “no time limits” shelter and provides care for homeless animals for as long as needed. Every animal from CCHS is spayed/neutered prior to adoption.
Anyone interested in supporting CCHS’s efforts in spaying/neutering animals in the community is welcome to make a donation.
For more information, visit www.cchumanesociety.com.
Copper Country Humane Society is a non-profit (501c3) organization dedicated to the welfare and humane treatment of animals. It is through monthly fundraising events and private donations that CCHS is able to care for more than 900 animals each year. Animal care includes vet care, spaying/neutering, and other medical needs. CCHS is a local non–profit organization and not part of any state or national organization.
