The COVID-19 epidemic has caused many changes to our daily routines, including a rise in pet adoptions. Since more people are staying at home during these uncertain times, many have turned to their pets for company and solace. Because of this, there are fewer animals available for adoption at animal shelters all around the country.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) says that animal shelters in major U.S. cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago have seen a big rise in pet adoptions and a drop in the number of animals available for adoption. Animal shelters have even noticed that there aren’t enough dogs or cats to adopt.
Animal welfare groups are glad that more people are adopting pets from shelters instead of buying them from pet stores or breeders. They have said this for a long time.A loving home for an animal in need is provided by adopting a pet from a shelter, which also contributes to a decrease in the number of animals put to death through euthanasia.
Despite the fact that fewer animals are now in shelters, which is a good trend, it is crucial to remember that the epidemic has also caused financial difficulties for many animal welfare organizations. Donations have gone down because many fundraising events have had to be put off or canceled.It has also become more difficult for organizations to care for the animals under their care as a result of the pandemic’s impact on volunteerism.
Overall, the increase in pet adoptions during the pandemic is good for animal welfare and shows how important it is to get pets from shelters instead of pet stores or breeders. People need to keep giving money to animal welfare groups so that they can continue to help animals in need even though times are hard.