It has been reported that the Obama family is considering purchasing a new dog. We in the animal rescue community are strongly urging the Obamas to adopt a dog instead of purchasing one.
Adopting pets is the most socially responsible way to bring a new addition to the family. It may seem like a trivial item to talk about amidst all the fervor about war and gas prices, but the way we treat all living things is a reflection on our society as a whole.
Pets are not inventory to be bought and sold or destroyed for profit. Especially when they are so many looking for good homes with loving families.
Please join me in signing a petition urging the Obamas to adopt a new dog instead of purchasing one.
To sign, go here:
Obama Family Dog
UPDATE: As of 1:00 Pacific Time, 19,553 people have signed the petition. Thanks to all of you that took the time to visit the web site and sign the petition.
UPDATE 2: As of 8:00 AM Pacific Timer, over 27,000 people have signed the petition!