01/05/2024
Happy Rescue a Pet Day! 🤍
There are so many sweet pets out there of all kinds, who have been let down and abandoned by people (many by no fault of their own) needing their forever homes.
If you are considering adopting, please adopt from a rescue and give a pet a second chance at the beautiful life that they deserve. And if you are not in a stage of life of adopting a pet, there are many other ways you can support local rescue services.
I would like to take a moment today to share some of the Winnipeg rescues I enjoy following, who would be amazing places to adopt a pet from or support here in our very own city…
1. Popcorn & Binkies Rescue Haven - Small animals such as guinea pigs, rabbits and others can often be overlooked or not thought of, but Popcorn & Binkies Rescue Haven specially focuses on rescuing and finding forever homes for these types of critters. As someone who loves these types of smaller furry friends, I respect the work that they do and I’m glad that there is someone out there doing it.
2. Winnipeg Animal Services - Even if you are not in a place of adopting, Winnipeg Animal Services has an opportunity to take dogs on “doggy dates” for a day (or two… or three 😉)! If you are ready to adopt (or end up falling in love with your “doggy date”) they have many dogs who are ready for their forever home.
3. Before The Bridge Rescue - Before the Bridge focuses on rescuing and finding forever homes for our senior canine friends. In a world where people love getting puppies, Before the Bridge seeks to provide loving care and forever homes for dogs no matter how old they are. Because no matter the age, pets are always deserving of our love.
There are many more rescues than just these three, rescues such as: Winnipeg Humane Society, Darcy’s Arc, and others! There are many options other than pet stores, Winnipeg friends. You are not limited in your opportunities of finding a rescue pet and being able to forever change a life of a pet (of any kind, big or small) who is in need of a family.
** Please adopt responsibly and only if you are fully ready for the commitment that a pet brings.
