Show your pets how much you LOVE them this valentines day by making sure they are safe from pet thieves! Yes, today is also valentines day but it is also National Pet Theft Awareness Day – and what’s a better way to show your pet how much you love them by protecting them to the fullest!
Launched by the Last Chance For Animals Campaign, this holiday brings attention to the issue of pet theft and educates pet owners on how to ensure there pet is being fully protected. Its estimated that about 2 millions pets are stolen each year, some for the specificity of the breed and some to be sold for profit. We have gathered a list of the TOP NOTCH safety tips to make sure your pet won’t get snatched up!
- GPS, GPS, GPS! Technology is truly a beautiful thing. It’s SUPER important to either microchip your pet or purchase a tracking collar for it. If your pet gets out of your sight or runs away someone might take the initiative to take it for its own. Not all of these people are nice and notify a local pet organization of a missing pet – believe or not a number of people who find pets will sell them. A tracking device will allow your pet to get home safely!
- NEVER LEAVE YOUR PET UNATTENDED – Especially if you run into a store or run to do errands and leave your dog in your car. This is where most pet thieves strike!
- Always keep environment in mind. Make sure your yard is secure as long as the leash when you walk them. Don’t ever leave your dog tied up outside a store, etc.
- ID! Keeping them marked with proper identification will allow people to realize that they already have owners.
- Be ALARMED. Although most pet thefts happen while a pet is left in a car it’s always a good thing to have a updated alarm system throughout your home. This will make sure that not only your pet, but also your family is safe from burglars.
- AMBER ALERT FOR PETS. YES! There is an organization that has developed a amber alert for pets. To register your pet visit amberalertforpets.com.
DON’T SLACK OFF! It’s best to realize that the chances of your pet going missing are the same as everyone else’s. Don’t make the mistake of allowing someone to scoop up your best friend. Keep a close eye on your furry valentine by letting them snuggle up next to you. Show them how much you LOVE them by giving them ultimate protection against pet thieves. Protection is one of the ultimate forms of LOVE.
If you believe your best friend has been a victim of pet theft you should visit your local police station or visit homeagain.com.
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