ASPCA Founded: The First Animal Welfare Organization in America 🐾 | History Happened Today
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ASPCA Founded: The First Animal Welfare Organization in America 🐾 | History Happened Today
On April 10, 1866, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was founded in New York City. It was the first animal welfare organization in the United States. Henry Bergh was its founder and first president.
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According to the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), each year, approximately 1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized. Adopting a pet from a shelter means saving a life, but it also means years of companionship and happiness.⁠ ❤️⁠ #NationalAdoptaShelterPetDay⁠ #PetAdoption ⁠ 🐾 We’re sharing some reasons why you should adopt a shelter pet on our blog. Read more here: https://bit.ly/changeapetslife 🐾 | Paw.com
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The ASPCA -American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals- has launched the first-ever 'Adopt a Horse Month' throughout May to help more #equines find homes. “Adopt a Horse Month supports equine rescue groups across the country working tirelessly to find safe, loving homes for the #horses in their care. We also encourage the public to not only adopt horses, but use this opportunity to raise awareness of equine adoption with their friends, family, neighbors, and social media followers,
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