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Probably our closest relationships with other species are the relationships we have with our companion animals. As much as our society values companion animals, there are still many issues regarding cat and dog overpopulation, spaying and neutering, animal cruelty, feral cats, and exotic pets.
If we all spay and neuter our cats and dogs, won’t they become extinct?
Cats and dogs will not become extinct because of spay/neuter campaigns, and here's why.
Dog and Cat Overpopulation
Facts about dog and cat overpopulation, by In Defense of Animals.
Petfinder - Adopt a Rescued Animal
Instead of buying an animal from a store or a breeder, adopt one from a shelter or rescue group! Petfinder includes cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, horses, reptiles and more.
The Animal Rescue Site
Click to give free food and care to a rescued animal at a shelter or sanctuary.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter
Friends of Animals offers low-cost spay/neuter certificates.
Alley Cat Allies
Alley Cat Allies advocates trap/neuter/return for feral cats.
Captive Wild Animal Protection Coalition
The Captive Wild Animal Protection Coalition opposes the keeping of exotic pets.

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