PETA Says Annual Intake Numbers Released Today Show Need for Mandatory State Spay-and-Neuter Laws

Before its annual filing with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PETA is calling on Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell -- and all other state governors -- to take strong action to end the animal homelessness crisis by supporting mandatory spay-and-neuter legislation. PETA's goal is to help reduce the number of cats and dogs who are "thrown away" by cash-strapped and uncaring people. While referring most adoptable animals to traditional shelters that experience a lot of foot traffic, PETA's "shelter of last resort" continues to take in unwanted animals. PETA also provides low- to no-cost spay and neuter surgeries, emergency veterinary care, and free euthanasia services...

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