A Message of Hope for the Springtime Season

The arrival of springtime, at least for me, always brings with it a sense of awakening; of new hope and energy as we shake off the winter layers (and maybe doldrums!) and look forward to tackling fun projects and starting new activities that have gone undone for too long. All around us, it seems that Nature itself is doing the same; bringing new hope and vitality to everyone as well with the first signs of daffodils, and bright green buds on the trees.

Yet, while we are all very much looking forward to the mild weather and the first signs of life, for those in rescue work, there is, sadly, a downside. While the influx of homeless animals never stops at any time during the year, unfortunately, springtime heralds the added arrival of many new litters of kittens and pups born to pets whose owners did not have them altered like they should have - some homeless and abandoned, some dumped at animal controls after they deliver (or very pregnant) because the irresponsible owner now doesn't want to "deal with it". These unwanted moms and babies are then added to the homeless population that already exists of adults in need of good homes; and sometimes it can seem overwhelming.

However, I am a firm believer that Hope "Springs" Eternal (pun intended!) And with the advent of the new season, I am optimistic that HSP will be ready, thanks to its fantastic volunteers and steadfast supporters, to help as many of these moms and litters, and continue to take in as many of the seniors and adults as we can with nowhere else to go. With your help and support, we will give them all the time, care and love that they need until they find that perfect lifelong home. Springtime IS the season of new life, new hope... and we at HSP are very hopeful that the season will also bring many new adopters into our host facilities and to our Petfinder site, looking to offer a "new life" to one of our deserving feline or canine friends!

Please remember to spread the word on the importance of spaying and neutering pets, and always remember that each homeless animal that is given a second chance at a good life through adoption saves not only their life, but also the precious life of the animal who can now be rescued in its place as well!

Meg Kremer, Director, Help Save Pets