Pet Adoption a healthy New Year’s Resolution
Millions of New Year’s resolutions are made every January. Lee County Domestic Animal Services (LCDAS) invites you to make pets a part of your New Year’s plan and consider that a new pet can help you achieve many of the most popular resolutions made each year.
Get Fit/Lose Weight/Be Healthy. In 2011 you can make this resolution finally stick by adopting a dog as a work out partner. Many dogs at the shelter are waiting for new owners that want to walk, jog, or run every day.
Reduce Stress. There’s no better stress reducer than the companionship of a devoted pet. Research has shown that contact with animals has many health benefits.
Spend More Time with Friends and Family. Pets are an excellent way to bring families together and dog walking is a great way to meet new people.
Help Others. By adopting you won’t just be helping, you’ll be saving a life. Most pet owners report that they actually benefit more from the relationship than their pet.
Enjoy Life More. With all the benefits of pet adoption, this one is a no-brainer!
You will also get more return on your investment by adopting than any purchase you may make during the year. Adoption fees range from $25 to $95. Special offers are available on a variety of pets each month.
At LCDAS the adoption fee includes spay or neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, de-worming, flea treatment, heartworm test for dogs six months and older, feline aids and leukemia test for cats, Lee County pet license for pets three months and older, microchip ID, a 10-day health guarantee, and a bag of Science Diet pet food. The adoption package is a $500 value.
For more information about Lee County Domestic Animal Services’ pets for adoption go to www.LeeLostPets.com or call (239) 533-7387 (LEE-PETS). If you are inquiring about a pet you have seen online, please have the animal ID number ready for faster assistance.