The Coulee Region Humane Society’s prominent challenge is
finding individuals to adopt pets in need of homes.
There are currently (last week of Feb.) 56 animals up for
adoption at the CRHS of Onalaska. The available pets include cats, dogs,
rabbits, rats and birds. The animals’ ages range from just a few months old to
several years old.
According to the Humane Society of the United States, 6-8
million animals enter shelters each year. Only 50 percent of these animals get
adopted. The remaining 50 percent face euthanization.
The CRHS wants people to consider adoption as a first choice
for choosing an animal companion. For an individual with an adopted pet,
promoting adoption to others is encouraged.
Valentine, a yellow Labrador, is a three-year-old female in
need of a forever home. CRHS says she is playful, highly active and
housetrained. CRHS says that Valentine can be “selective about which dogs she
gets along with,” so it is recommended individuals introduce Valentine to
existing pets prior to adoption.
Those interested in adopting Valentine or any of the other
available pets can visit www.couleehuman.com, or contact the shelter at
608-781-4014.
