Many animals are in desperate need of loving care; one just needs to look at the many shelters for abandoned and neglected animals to see just how much of a need there is in this regard. If you have a passion for these types of causes, Rooterville Animal Sanctuary has some tips and resources to help you really make a difference in these animals’ lives.
Adopt an Animal Companion
- Research different breeds. While it’s hard not to fall for each and every animal, be sure of what you’re looking for and how they would fit into your family.
- If you have small children, then you might be wondering what dog breeds are best around kids. Among those known to be family-friendly are the Beagle, the Australian Terrier, and the Collie.
- Again, check up on your chosen breed’s temperament to see how they adapt to certain living conditions.
Start Your Own Business
If you’re business-minded and see an opportunity for opening your own animal care business to help animals in need, doing something of this magnitude is sure to be a positive deed.
- You’ll need to choose a type of business first. A home-based animal-sitting business can be a great place to start since it requires little startup money.
- Make sure you put some thought into your business plan, covering everything from funding to marketing.
- Use a walk score map to find the best local spots to take a dog that you’re sitting for a walk.
Volunteer
If you are still busy trying to think of ways to help unwanted and abandoned animal companions in a big way, then why not volunteer in the meantime until you decide what to do?
- There are many organizations that would gladly appreciate help in the form of time, resources, or monetary contributions. When donating items like animal-care products, be sure to read trusted product reviews before making a purchase.
- If you are stuck on where to find organizations in your area, then why not look up the closest ASPCA to you, as this is one of the oldest and widely respected non-profit organizations globally?
- It might be helpful to think about what you want to do beforehand, such as bathing the animals that need to be cleaned, cleaning out their pens, or helping with dog walking.
One thing’s for sure – lending a hand to help animals who are pretty much helpless themselves is sure to be a rewarding experience. From adopting an animal companion to starting (and marketing) your own business and checking reviews to help you find the best animal-related products available, these tips can be a big help. So if you’ve been thinking about doing something, the best advice here is to simply do it!
At Shepherding All God’s Creatures, our mission is to encourage faith-based animal welfare by providing prayer, Biblical teaching, and other educational resources on animal-related issues. Our hope is to share the love of Jesus with animal welfare advocates, and to bridge the gap between animal welfare advocacy and the church. Visit our website today!
