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Pet Advocacy Through Education

Pets are members of our families 🐕 🐈‍⬛

Grief is a common and natural response to pet loss, according to Psychology Today.

“When a beloved pet dies, the loss can bring grief and intense sorrow,” affirms the American Veterinary Medical Association.

“Your journey of grief will not take on a prescribed pattern or series of stages,” says AVMA.

#petsarefamily❤️ #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily #petloversofinstagram #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Pets are members of our families 🐕 🐈‍⬛

Grief is a common and natural response to pet loss, according to Psychology Today.

“When a beloved pet dies, the loss can bring grief and intense sorrow,” affirms the American Veterinary Medical Association.

“Your journey of grief will not take on a prescribed pattern or series of stages,” says AVMA.

#petsarefamily��❤️ #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily #petloversofinstagram #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Dogs can learn about 165 words and signals.

That’s according to Stanley Coren, PhD, researcher and author on dog intelligence.

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Dogs can learn about 165 words and signals.

That’s according to Stanley Coren, PhD, researcher and author on dog intelligence.

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#wednesdaywisdom✨

“I think that my passion for the animals and against animal abuse is based on the knowledge that these creatures who feel and think can’t speak for themselves and they’re dependent on us for that,” said The Simpsons Co-Creator Sam Simon.

#catsarefamilytoo #dogsarefamilytoo #petsarefamilytoo #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

#wednesdaywisdom✨

“I think that my passion for the animals and against animal abuse is based on the knowledge that these creatures who feel and think can’t speak for themselves and they’re dependent on us for that,” said The Simpsons Co-Creator Sam Simon.

#catsarefamilytoo #dogsarefamilytoo #petsarefamilytoo #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Feb. 25 is World Spay Day.

Spaying is the removal of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and uterus. “This makes the animals unable to reproduce,” according to @avmavets

Spaying helps control pet overpopulation. And it has health benefits, like preventing cancers and diseases.

#petsarefamilytoo #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily #pethealthcare #pethealth #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Feb. 25 is World Spay Day.

Spaying is the removal of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and uterus. “This makes the animals unable to reproduce,” according to @avmavets

Spaying helps control pet overpopulation. And it has health benefits, like preventing cancers and diseases.

#petsarefamilytoo #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily #pethealthcare #pethealth #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

February is #responsiblepetownership month🐕🐈‍⬛

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February is #responsiblepetownership month🐕🐈‍⬛

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January is “Train Your Dog Month” ❤️

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January is “Train Your Dog Month” ❤️

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“Cars are one of many hazards to small animals—warm engines in parked cars attract cats and small wildlife, who may crawl up under the hood,” says The Humane Society of the United States.

“To avoid injuring any hidden animals, bang on your car's hood to scare them away before starting your engine."

See something, say something

"If you encounter a pet left in the cold, politely let the owner know you're concerned."

"It can be a crime to leave pets outside in extreme temperatures without food and shelter,” adds The Humane Society of the United States.

#petsarefamiltoo #winterweather #catsarefamilytoo #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlageorgia

“Cars are one of many hazards to small animals—warm engines in parked cars attract cats and small wildlife, who may crawl up under the hood,” says The Humane Society of the United States.

“To avoid injuring any hidden animals, bang on your car's hood to scare them away before starting your engine."

See something, say something

"If you encounter a pet left in the cold, politely let the owner know you're concerned."

"It can be a crime to leave pets outside in extreme temperatures without food and shelter,” adds The Humane Society of the United States.

#petsarefamiltoo #winterweather #catsarefamilytoo #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlageorgia

Emergencies, like natural disasters or unexpected home crises, may require a quick evacuation. Being prepared helps the family, including pets.

A “go” bag “...is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency,” per Ready.gov.

Important pet items to include, per VCA Animal Hospitals:

A collar with updated information
Your pet’s veterinarian information
A leash, harness, and carrier
Bowls and at least two weeks worth of food
At least two weeks worth of medication
Bags to collect pet waste
Bedding and comfort toys

“Microchips are great for permanent identification that is tamper-proof, but nothing replaces a collar with up-to-date identification tags,” says American Veterinary Medical Association.

#petsarefamilytoo #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily #standupforpets #wildfires #californiafires #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Emergencies, like natural disasters or unexpected home crises, may require a quick evacuation. Being prepared helps the family, including pets.

A “go” bag “...is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency,” per Ready.gov.

Important pet items to include, per VCA Animal Hospitals:

A collar with updated information
Your pet’s veterinarian information
A leash, harness, and carrier
Bowls and at least two weeks worth of food
At least two weeks worth of medication
Bags to collect pet waste
Bedding and comfort toys

“Microchips are great for permanent identification that is tamper-proof, but nothing replaces a collar with up-to-date identification tags,” says American Veterinary Medical Association.

#petsarefamilytoo #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily #standupforpets #wildfires #californiafires #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

On Jan. 9, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed into law a bill making cat declawing illegal in the state.

"Declawing includes surgical onychectomy, digital flexor tendonectomy, and generalized phalangectomy for non-medical reasons," says @vca.

It's a procedure animal rights advocates call inhumane.

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Angell Animal Medical Center (MSPCA-Angell) describes the procedure as "an amputation comparable to the removal of all ten human fingertips at the first knuckle," per @CBS reporting.

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On Jan. 9, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed into law a bill making cat declawing illegal in the state.

"Declawing includes surgical onychectomy, digital flexor tendonectomy, and generalized phalangectomy for non-medical reasons," says @vca.

It's a procedure animal rights advocates call inhumane.

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Angell Animal Medical Center (MSPCA-Angell) describes the procedure as "an amputation comparable to the removal of all ten human fingertips at the first knuckle," per @CBS reporting.

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Fireworks are scary for pets 🐕 🐈‍⬛

“Pets are more sensitive to loud noises, flashing lights and strong smells,” says the Humane Society of the United States.

@humanesociety “Encourage celebrations that use safer, more animal-friendly alternatives.”

#dogsarefamily #petlovers #adoptdontshop #catsarefamilytoo

Fireworks are scary for pets 🐕 🐈‍⬛

“Pets are more sensitive to loud noises, flashing lights and strong smells,” says the Humane Society of the United States.

@humanesociety “Encourage celebrations that use safer, more animal-friendly alternatives.”

#dogsarefamily #petlovers #adoptdontshop #catsarefamilytoo

Coco’s family has signed the Mar’s Mission pledge.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

Visit www.MarMission.org to sign, too.

#dogsarefamily #dogsareawesome #petlove #adoptdontshop #atlgeorgia #doglove

Coco’s family has signed the Mar’s Mission pledge.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

Visit www.MarMission.org to sign, too.

#dogsarefamily #dogsareawesome #petlove #adoptdontshop #atlgeorgia #doglove

The need to sniff 🐕

“We humans simply don't see the world from an olfactory point of view: we not only can't smell all that a dog can, we simply aren't interested in smells in the same way,” says @petmed.

“So even though we now know that dogs need exercise and socialization, it's taken longer for us to even see that they need to sniff.”

#dogsarefamilytoo #dogsareawesome #atlantaga #atlgeorgia

The need to sniff 🐕

“We humans simply don't see the world from an olfactory point of view: we not only can't smell all that a dog can, we simply aren't interested in smells in the same way,” says @petmed.

“So even though we now know that dogs need exercise and socialization, it's taken longer for us to even see that they need to sniff.”

#dogsarefamilytoo #dogsareawesome #atlantaga #atlgeorgia

Do you know about the 3-3-3 rule?

Following this rule helps dogs and owners transition to a new — and lifelong — life together.

It takes dogs about 3 DAYS to adjust to new surroundings.

It takes them about 3 WEEKS to bond.

And about 3 MONTHS to continue socializing and training.

Patience and love help ❤️

Visit MarMission.org for more information.

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#adoptedisourfavoritebreed #dogsarefamilytoo #dogsareawesome #petsarelife #atlgeorgia

Do you know about the 3-3-3 rule?

Following this rule helps dogs and owners transition to a new — and lifelong — life together.

It takes dogs about 3 DAYS to adjust to new surroundings.

It takes them about 3 WEEKS to bond.

And about 3 MONTHS to continue socializing and training.

Patience and love help ❤️

Visit MarMission.org for more information.

Please share with your network 📲

#adoptedisourfavoritebreed #dogsarefamilytoo #dogsareawesome #petsarelife #atlgeorgia

Gherkin’s family signed the Mar’s Mission pledge.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

Will you sign it, too?

Visit MarMission.org

#catsarefamilytoo #catsareawesome #atlantaga #atlgeorgia #petsarelife

Gherkin’s family signed the Mar’s Mission pledge.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

Will you sign it, too?

Visit MarMission.org

#catsarefamilytoo #catsareawesome #atlantaga #atlgeorgia #petsarelife

#weekendwisdom

“The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.”
-Andy Rooney

What do you think?

#dogsareawesome #dogsarefamilytoo #adoptdontbuy #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia #petsarefamilytoo

#weekendwisdom

“The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.”
-Andy Rooney

What do you think?

#dogsareawesome #dogsarefamilytoo #adoptdontbuy #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia #petsarefamilytoo

Nov. 2 is U.S. National Mutt Day.

A mutt is a dog of different breeds.

All #dogsareawesome ❤️

#dogsarefamilytoo #dogsareperfect #dogsaregreat #adoptdontshop #standupforanimals #nationalmuttday

Nov. 2 is U.S. National Mutt Day.

A mutt is a dog of different breeds.

All #dogsareawesome ❤️

#dogsarefamilytoo #dogsareperfect #dogsaregreat #adoptdontshop #standupforanimals #nationalmuttday

Tommy’s family has signed the Mar’s Mission pledge.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

Will you sign it, too?

Visit MarMission.Org to become a Companion Animal Welfare Ambassador ❤️

#catsarefamily #catsarelife #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia #petsrule #petsrock

Tommy’s family has signed the Mar’s Mission pledge.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

Will you sign it, too?

Visit MarMission.Org to become a Companion Animal Welfare Ambassador ❤️

#catsarefamily #catsarelife #standupforanimals #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia #petsrule #petsrock

You can sign the Mar’s Mission pledge, too.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

#petloversclub #catsarefamily #dogsarefamilytoo #standupforanimals

You can sign the Mar’s Mission pledge, too.

“I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals.”

#petloversclub #catsarefamily #dogsarefamilytoo #standupforanimals

Oct. 28 is U.S. National Pit Bull Awareness Day ❤️

#pitbullsareawesome

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Oct. 28 is U.S. National Pit Bull Awareness Day ❤️

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“Chocolate contains two chemicals that are toxic to both cats and dogs: caffeine and a very similar but more dangerous substance known as theobromine,” according to @vca

#catsarefamily #catsarelife #adoptdontshop #catsarethebest #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

#didyouknowthat

“Chocolate contains two chemicals that are toxic to both cats and dogs: caffeine and a very similar but more dangerous substance known as theobromine,” according to @vca

#catsarefamily #catsarelife #adoptdontshop #catsarethebest #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Did you know…

Many animal shelters also help communities in need by proving free food for pets.

Find your local shelter, and ask how you can help ❤️

#catsarelife #catsaregreat #dogsareawesome #dogsarebetterthanpeople #adoptdontbuy #adoptdontshop #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Did you know…

Many animal shelters also help communities in need by proving free food for pets.

Find your local shelter, and ask how you can help ❤️

#catsarelife #catsaregreat #dogsareawesome #dogsarebetterthanpeople #adoptdontbuy #adoptdontshop #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

Did you know…

Shelters often vaccinate, microchip, and neuter/spay pets before they’re adopted.

Also, shelter-led foster systems help train dogs before they’re adopted.

#adoptdontshop #adoptdontbuy #adoptedismyfavoritebreed #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia #dogsareawesome #dogsarefamilytoo

Did you know…

Shelters often vaccinate, microchip, and neuter/spay pets before they’re adopted.

Also, shelter-led foster systems help train dogs before they’re adopted.

#adoptdontshop #adoptdontbuy #adoptedismyfavoritebreed #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia #dogsareawesome #dogsarefamilytoo

Happy #catsmonth 🐈‍⬛🐈

September is cat month ❤️

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Happy #catsmonth 🐈‍⬛🐈

September is cat month ❤️

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#catsaregreat #catsarethebest #atlantageorgia #petsrule

Aug. 26 is World Dog Day 🐕❤️

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Aug. 26 is World Dog Day 🐕❤️

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Pets are more sensitive to loud noises, according to @humanesociety.

While many people enjoy July 4 celebrations, including fireworks, pets would rather stay home.

And they’re safer at home, too.

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Pets are more sensitive to loud noises, according to @humanesociety.

While many people enjoy July 4 celebrations, including fireworks, pets would rather stay home.

And they’re safer at home, too.

Share with your network 📲❤️

#july4 #4thofjulyweekend🇺🇸💥🇺🇸 #atlantageorgia🇺🇸 #july4thweekend #petloversofinstagram #dogsarefamilytoo #catsarefamily

Happy #adoptacatmonth ❤️

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#catsarefamily #catsarelife #catsruletheworld #atlantageorgia #catsarecute #adoptdontbuy #hugyourcatday

Happy #adoptacatmonth ❤️

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April 30 is #nationaladoptashelterpetday 🥰

Mar was adopted in 2015. He’s happy, healthy, and very loved 🐈‍⬛

Did you know that “According to the latest research and data, every year over 6.5 million dogs, cats, and other household pets are surrendered to animal shelters,” says World Animal Foundation.

Here are five great reasons to adopt, per @HumaneSociety:

1. If you adopt, you’ll save a life
2. When you adopt, you get a healthy pet
3. Adopting will save you money
4. Adopting a pet will make you feel better
5. If you adopt, you won’t be supporting puppy mills and pet stores

#adoptdontshop #adoptdontbuy #catsarefamily #dogsarefamilytoo #catsruletheworld #dogsareawesome #petloversclub #petloversofinstagram #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

April 30 is #nationaladoptashelterpetday 🥰

Mar was adopted in 2015. He’s happy, healthy, and very loved 🐈‍⬛

Did you know that “According to the latest research and data, every year over 6.5 million dogs, cats, and other household pets are surrendered to animal shelters,” says World Animal Foundation.

Here are five great reasons to adopt, per @HumaneSociety:

1. If you adopt, you’ll save a life
2. When you adopt, you get a healthy pet
3. Adopting will save you money
4. Adopting a pet will make you feel better
5. If you adopt, you won’t be supporting puppy mills and pet stores

#adoptdontshop #adoptdontbuy #catsarefamily #dogsarefamilytoo #catsruletheworld #dogsareawesome #petloversclub #petloversofinstagram #atlantageorgia #atlgeorgia

”An eartip is the universally recognized symbol of a cat who has been spayed or neutered and vaccinated,” says @alleycatallies.

“Eartipping is a standard part of most Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs, because it’s simply the best method to let everyone know at a glance that a cat has gone through a TNR program,” adds @alleycatallies.

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”An eartip is the universally recognized symbol of a cat who has been spayed or neutered and vaccinated,” says @alleycatallies.

“Eartipping is a standard part of most Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs, because it’s simply the best method to let everyone know at a glance that a cat has gone through a TNR program,” adds @alleycatallies.

Share with your network 📲

#catsarefamily #catsarecommunity #catsareawesome #careforcats #atlantaga #atlgeorgia #petloversclub #adoptdontshop

Arthur's family has signed the Mar's Mission pledge:

"I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals."

Will you sign it, too?

Visit MarMission.org

And share with your network 📲❤️

#petloversclub #dogsarefamilyforlife #adoptedismyfavoritebreed #dogsareawesome #standupforallanimals #dogsarecool #catsarefamily #atlantaga #atlgeorgia

Arthur's family has signed the Mar's Mission pledge:

"I pledge to respect and stand up for all animals."

Will you sign it, too?

Visit MarMission.org

And share with your network 📲❤️

#petloversclub #dogsarefamilyforlife #adoptedismyfavoritebreed #dogsareawesome #standupforallanimals #dogsarecool #catsarefamily #atlantaga #atlgeorgia

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