Alter your pets

To the editor,

One of the best things a responsible pet owner can do for a cat or dog is to have her or him spayed or neutered. Millions of homeless cats and dogs in shelters await adoption. Tragically, an estimated four million each year are euthanized. Spaying and neutering also improves pet health and behavior, saves tax dollars, and increases the quality of life for all. Additionally, pets that have been spayed or neutered are less likely to roam, which means they are less likely to get in fights with other animals or get hit by cars.

The Flathead County Animal Shelter is partnering with the Spay & Neuter Task Force to promote Spay Day USA for the entire month of February. The Spay & Neuter Clinic has three specials to help pet owners in need of having their animals altered. Pit bulls/pit crosses will be $20, dogs over 40 pounds are $20, and female cats are $15. Dogs and cats must be at least six weeks old and in good health.

Pet owners need to contact the appointment line at 881-4500 and mention the promotion. The event will run the entire month of February and anyone calling in during that time will have their animal scheduled at the special prices.

For more information on services, contact the Spay & Neuter Task Force at 892-7387.

Cindie K. Jobe

Kila