Ten Worst Excuses Not To Spay or Neuter

(Taken from Dear Abby's column of 9/13/98)
1. Just one litter and then we'll have Fifi spayed.
    Studies show that virtually the entire pet overpopulation stems from the "just one litter" mentality.

2. My dog doesn't run loose, so he doesn't neeed to be fixed.
     Murphy's Law says otherwise!

3. We always find homes for the puppies.
      And that means that an equal number of puppies at the pound will be killed.

4.  I want the children to witness the miracle of birth.
      Rent a video!

5. My dog is so cute and unique, there should be more of her.
     The shelters and pounds are full of cute and unique dogs, most with only a few days to live.

6. It's not natural.
     There hasn't been anything "natural" about dogs since we began to develop breeds thousands of years ago.

7. I just couldn't look my dog in the eye if I had him castrated.
      Watch it...you're anthropomorphizing!

8. A femal dog or cat should have at least one litter for health reasons.
      Medically, factually and ethicall indefensible.

9. Neutering my dog will make him fat and lazy.
     Too much food and not enough exercise make a dog fat and lazy.

10. Fixing my pet will change its personality.
      The primary influences on an animal's personality are the kindness and care with which it is raised.

If your dog is not spayed or neutered, make an appointment with your veterianarian or clinic today!



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