National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week: Nov 1-7

In 1996, The Humane Society of the United States launched National
Animal Shelter Appreciation Week to pay tribute to shelter and their volunteers — and educate the public about animal welfare in their own communities. 

The Humane Society suggests making a donation to your local shelter (remembering the Idaho Humane Society, as well as shelters in Meridian and Canyon County, to name just a few of the local options). 

Here are a few ways to help:

· Offer a donation of needed supplies (leashes, towels, animal food, bedding, etc.)
· Spread the word about the responsibility of spaying and neutering
· Volunteer at a shelter
· Report animal cruelty and neglect

Connect with the Idaho Humane Society online to learn more, and order your "Friends for Life" 2010 calendar featuring local pets. The calendar costs $12.95, with all proceeds benefitting animals at the shelter.