Celebrating Nationally Specially-Abled Pets Day on May 3rd
Celebrating Nationally Specially-Abled Pets Day on May 3rd
Having a pet can fill your life with joy, meaning, and happiness. While pet owners love their furry friends, many might hesitate to adopt a pet that already has different needs or is otherwise specially-abled. These animals can bring just as much love to a family, despite what might be viewed as a handicap. Learn more about what having a specially-abled pet involves and how you can celebrate on a day just for them.
Understanding Specially-Abled Pets
Special-abled pets can include dogs and cats of differing abilities. This could mean a dog with only three legs, a cat that has extra toes or a missing eye, or a horse that needs a prosthetic limb. Some animals were born with these different needs; others were rescued from cruelty cases or may have survived an unfortunate accident. Although their needs might be different, they often still have a lot of love to give and want a family of their own. If you've ever thought about opening up your heart and home to a specially-abled companion animal, it's worth considering. Many pet parents say that once they get used to their pet's disability, they do not notice any major differences between them and other animals of the same species.
Celebrating Specially-Abled Pets Day on May 3
May 3rd is a day created to celebrate specially-abled pets. You can take part in the celebration by adopting an animal that has unique needs but may be overlooked by other potential families. If you cannot personally adopt, consider volunteering to work with special-needs animals or donating toward their care. While it can seem like a small step to you, these actions make a big difference to the pets being supported.
Just like people, specially-abled animals can live a full and happy life. Celebrate by donating, caring for, or even adopting a special-needs pet of your own!
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Pet Specialists of Hawaii
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