A companion animal is not a present, particularly if it is for someone else, and worse still, is a surprise …
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Pets are not gifts that can be returned for a refund like a toaster and should certainly never be regifted.
Across the country, animal shelters bear the brunt of poor choices and impulse buys … but let’s face it, it’s nothing compared to what the animals go through, being shunted around from one place to another … do people not realise they know they are not wanted or loved?
However, if you have carefully considered all of the implications of introducing a new member to your family, and understand all of the responsibilities that go along with caring for a new furry friend, then this can be a good time to adopt.
Everyone is on holidays so they can get to know the new arrival and really make them feel welcome and very loved.
Remember when you choose a companion animal, it is a choice for life so if the time is absolutely right, then it could be a merry Christmas for your family and for these beautiful animals from the RSPCA.
Visit them soon at RSPCA Launceston, phone 6332 8282 or visit www.adoptapet.com.