Pet Partners Rescue Home has taken the initiative to create a Hotline for pet owners thinking of surrendering their animals to Miami-Dade Animals Services, a high kill shelter. The number to call is 305-226-3636. Last year alone, more than 20,000 dogs and cats were euthanized there and many of them were owner surrenders. A special meeting will be held to discuss the Hotline on Saturday, Feb. 12th at 3 p.m., 9555 SW 42 Street, Miami, FL 33165.
“It is important that we create awareness in our community and that pet owners realize that most of the animals they turn in don’t get adopted, which is a common misconception, and that they only have 24 hours, before they can be put down. By informing pet owner we can make a difference in the life of a loving animal,” states Bernie Alfonso, owner of Pet Partners Rescue Home.
Pet Partners will post information on pets that need pre-shelter rescue on their Facebook Hotline page in an effort to reduce shelter intake and find foster and permanent homes for these animals before they are taken to the shelter, which should only be the very last possible option. The organization also offers free transportation to assist with spaying and/or neutering for pets.
For more information on the Hotline or if you would like to adopt one of the animals from Pet Parkers Rescue Home, please call 305-772-1295, email mypetspartner@aol.com or visit www.mypetspartner.com. The Hotline can be reached at 305-226-3636.