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Western Pennsylvania Humane Society provides pets for area Veterans

 

Are you a senior vet who is longing for a little companionship and adoration? Yes? How about a cat or dog – or a bunny?

Western Pennsylvania Humane Society has a program designed for vets (and active service members) of the United States Military.

This is a newer program that the organization wants to get the word out about”, said Gretchen J. Fieser, Director of Public Relations and Business Relations.

 Already heroes, vets can take another chance to be a hero by adopting a pet that needs a good home.

 If a vet is approved for the program, they will receive the following:

·      Adoption fee is waved

·      One year Western Pennsylvania Humane Society membership

·      A personalized ID tag for your pet

·      $50.00 voucher for WPHS store for cat or bunny adoption

·      $100.00 voucher for the store for dog adoption

·      Complimentary obedience training package

·      Complimentary advice calls

 To apply for this program the following criteria must be met:

·      Be a veteran (or an active service member) of the United States Military

·      Must be able to complete the application for yourself only

·      Not eligible if you are a convicted of a felony or any offense against an animal

·      Documents of proof of above information must be provided to the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, which will approve the adoption.

 If you would like to apply to get a pet, call (412) 321-4625 for more information. You can also make a donation while you're at it!

 

“Animals are such agreeable friends – they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.”

George Elliot