April has been declared National “Prevent a Litter” Month by the Humane Society of the United States. We urge all your readers to think about whether they contribute to the problem of pet overpopulation by allowing their pets to produce more litters of puppies and kittens.

The Humane Society estimates that more than 70,000 puppies and kittens are born each day in the U.S. The sad fact is, even if every individual in the country were to adopt an animal, we could never provide enough loving homes for the staggering surplus of unwanted pets. In truth, only about two in ten companion animals will ever find loving homes.

Pet overpopulation is a problem we can all help solve. Don’t allow your pets to run loose. Be responsible pet owners. Have your pet spayed or neutered. Help “Prevent a Litter.”

Sharon Pflaumer

Member, Humane Society

of the United States