Why we need rescue groups.

I just read a great story about a retired Greyhound. It reminded me of the many reasons why rescue groups are important, and it's not just about finding animals good homes. There is a secondary reason that people tend to forget about; sometimes a person just can't care for their pet (health, job relocation, and many other reasons). It's in situations like this that rescue groups come to the rescue! Sometimes the pet is placed in a new forever home, but other times they live their lives out with the rescue group in foster. This is great, a much better alternative to the pound where pets are killed.

If you ever have to give up a pet, please look into your local rescue groups first. Check out of state if you have to, a lot of rescues are able to help even if you aren't in the same state. Ask if the place you are taking your pet is no-kill, and it it isn't, find someplace that is. Placing a pet with a rescue group gives your beloved buddy a chance at a happy life, which is what all pet owners want for their pets.