Bucks for Balls

You may know Betty White from her many years on television. Her dedication to animals is no secret.  She
shares the same concern as many of us about the pet overpopulation problem. 


Hundreds of thousands of lovable animals are euthanized every year because they are homeless. One solution is to spay and neuter your pets to stop the breeding cycle. (Even the most protected house pet can accidently escape and find a temporary breeding partner).

Betty has joined with Actors for Animals to raise funds to provide free spay/neuter services to as many animals as possible. Although over population is no joke, she calls this program "Bucks for Balls", asking for a simple $1 donation to make a difference.

You can find out more about Betty White's Bucks for Balls program on the Actors and Others for Animals website.


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New law requires animal history disclosure

     A new law in Illinois that will go into effect January 1st  requires pet stores, animal shelters and animal control agencies to disclose pertinent information about an animal.


     Although this does not guarantee a problem free long term animal/human relationship, this information is to educate the person considering adoption or purchase of the animal.


     The following information must be posted on or near an animal's cage: retail price, including additional charges; breed, age, date of birth, sex and color of the dog or cat; details of vaccinations and health history; the name, address and identification number of the breeder and details of any inoculation or medical treatment received while at the facility.


     Even though pet stores are required to disclose this information if it is requested by the consumer some pet stores do not share it until after the sale is final. After January 1st, this information must be supplied prior to the sale, whether or not requested by the consumer.


     Agriculture Director Tom Jennings said.  "This new law strengthens the state's Animal Welfare Act and makes sure consumers receive the information they need to make an informed purchase decision."   The law recognizes animal shelters and animal controls, which often care for strays, may not possess an animal's complete medical history and allows them to estimate some information.


     This information will not guarantee a completely healthy long term animal/person relationship, however, it may help some consumers with their decision, and protect them from unknowingly purchasing a puppy mill dog. For those that adopt from shelters and rescues, the medical history is usually limited,. The connection and love for the animal carries more weight than the need for medical history.

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What’s Your Inner Animal?

We know you love pandas… but which species do you relate to most?

Would you live in the prairie like a wolf? Are you reclusive like a turtle? Sleek like a snake? Answer these 8 fun questions about your personality and interests to discover the one animal that you relate to most. There are over 100 possible species!

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