Even though I am juggling upwards of 4 jobs at the moment, I still have found a few hours a week to work at a wonderful No Kill animal shelter in Pacific Grove called Animal Friends Rescue Project. Animal Friends rescues dogs, cats, bunnies, etc. who are at the highest risk of being put to death. There are a lot of older animals, injured animals, and animals with special needs and unique personalities. All of the animals who are rescued are cared for until they are adopted. Even if it takes years to adopt an animal, it will never simply be deemed 'un-adoptable'. When I first got settled here in Monterey, CA I immediately wanted to start getting involved in all the fascinating community programs they have here. For a short period of time I considered volunteering at the Monterey County ASPCA-but when I got the application for volunteer work I hesitated. The application was full of what seemed to be screenings for people who might have an opposition to euthanasia. I of course only believe in the killing of an animal if deemed completely necessary i.e. they are suffering physically or mentally. I just couldn't see myself getting on board with a organization that kills a large number of the animals that they are called upon to shelter. So after a little searching around I found animal friends, located in downtown Pacific Grove, CA.
So far in the month that I have been volunteering I've got the opportunity to work at the adoption center talking with the public about the animals, feeding and playing with cats (only a couple months ago I was terrified of cats and wouldn't go near them), transporting dogs to their overnight kennels, and have witnessed two beautiful animals adoptions. Last week Scout got adopted by a young couple with lots of energy. And just today I helped a lady adopt this sweetheart of a cat, Margo.
I've got to say that this job has warmed my heart and brought me closer to the animals. California has really changed my life for the better and I can only hope for bigger and better things to come. Hearts!
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