Overpopulation is Fix-A-Bull

HSHV providing $20 spay/neuter surgeries for Pit Bulls

Humane Society of Huron Valley urges pit bull parents to prevent unwanted litters during their August “Primp Your Pit” campaign

 

Pit bullAnn Arbor, MI (July 20, 2015) – Pit bull terriers end up in shelters in large numbers due to myths and misperceptions, which impact public opinions and reduce the adoption rates of these dogs in local animal shelters.

That’s why the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV), with funding support from PetSmart Charities, is participating in the “Primp Your Pit ” spay/neuter campaign. Through the “Primp Your Pit” campaign, HSHV will provide a special $20 spay/neuter surgery and free nail trim for pit bull terriers and pit bull terrier mixes during the month of August.

“Spaying/neutering a pet is the most effective thing a pet parent can do to prevent unwanted litters from being born who will ultimately end up in local shelters,” says Sarah Marsh, HSHV’s Clinic Manager.

Some pet parents may be hesitant to get their young puppies and kittens sterilized. But the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) endorses spaying and neutering puppies as young as eight to 10 weeks old. Research also shows that the procedure may improve the behavior and health of the pet, including reducing the risk of certain reproductive cancers and infections.

This special $20 rate is even less than HSHV’s normal low-cost price and is available to all area residents. Pet parents who wish to take advantage of this offer must mention the “Primp Your Pit” campaign when they call to schedule their appointment. The campaign is based on availability.

Thanks to the PetSmart Charities grant, HSHV will provide 50 “Primp Your Pit” sterilizations for $20 in August. Please visit www.hshv.org/clinic or call 734-662-4365 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Update: These appointments have filled, and we are currently accepting patients for the wait list.

PetSmart Charities’ “Primp Your Pit” campaign provides more than $328,764 to spay/neuter clinics to fund affordable, high-quality spay and neuter surgeries for more than 5,721 pit bull terrier-type dogs across the nation during the month of August. 

 

About The Humane Society of Huron Valley:

The Humane Society of Huron Valley, located in Ann Arbor, is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and relies solely on the generosity of our supporters to provide critical community programs and services. HSHV is an award-winning organization, recognized for our best practices and highest animal "save-rate" among all similar shelters in Michigan. Charity Navigator, the nation’s top charity evaluator, awarded HSHV a 4-star ranking, the highest possible. The mission of HSHV is to promote the loving, responsible care of all animals in our community. HSHV is not affiliated with any other humane organization and does not receive funding from the United Way. For more information, call (734) 662-5585 or visit www.hshv.org. LOVE STARTS HERE!

About PetSmart Charities:

PetSmart Charities, Inc. is a nonprofit animal welfare organization that saves the lives of homeless pets. More than 400,000 dogs and cats find homes each year through our adoption program in all PetSmart® stores and our sponsored adoption events. PetSmart Charities grants more money to directly help pets in need than any other animal welfare group in North America, with a focus on funding spay/neuter services that help communities solve pet overpopulation. PetSmart Charities is a 501(c)(3) organization, separate from PetSmart, Inc.

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