When the winter skies open up to sunshine, animals catch spring fever just like anybody else wanting to go out and play. But while springtime encourages fun, exercise and nice walks in the park, it also could spell danger for pets who can be by your side one second and gone the next.
* More than one million pets are lost or stolen each year.* One in three pets will get lost during their lifetimes.* Without pet identification, 90 percent will not get home.* Overcrowded animal shelters often are forced to destroy lost pets unless they can be returned to their owners in a short time.* Dognappers eventually may release animals, but they may end up miles from home.The California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) emphasizes identification as a lifesaver for pets."Unfortunately, many stories of lost or stolen pets don't end happily unless there is a simple way of identifying a pet," said CVMA President Ron Faoro, DVM. "The CVMA recommends that animals wear collars and tags and have microchips as a means of permanent identification."Identification tags might include:* Pet's name* Owner's name and address* Telephone numbers (day and evening)* Medical problems requiring medication* Veterinarian's name and number* Current rabies vaccination and licensing information
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