Spay Alabama

Spay Alabama's goal is to end the euthanasia of healthy and treatable dogs and cats in Alabama. The program was set into motion by Lynne Fridley of Maddie’s Fund, and Esther Mechler, Founder of SPAY USA. The program provides a single center, a single phone call that accesses all sorts of useful information regarding the various spay/neuter delivery systems, clinics and programs statewide.

Alabama Humane Federation

The Alabama Humane Federation consists of animal control agencies, animal shelters, humane societies and the Alabama Veterinary Medical Association. The mission of the Alabama Humane Federation is to promote the welfare of animals through an association of animal care and control agencies, and concerned individuals working cooperatively in education and legislation.

Give Your Pet Proper Nutrition

Obesity, the most common nutritional disease in cats and dogs, can shorten an animal's lives significantly.  While they are alive they tend to have more chronic health problems such as heart and respiratory ailments that simply result from poor nutrition.  Too much weight also puts a strain on legs and back muscles as well as promotes the onset of premature arthritis -- all of which makes it harder for the pet to get adequate exercise.

How Often and How Much Should You Feed Your Pet

So, how much should you feed your pet? You should consult your veterinarian for the best answer to this question based on the size and variety of cat or dog.  A general rule of thumb, however, is to resist making your pet's food readily available during an entire day.  Establish a set "mealtime" for your pet. 

Like many people, if your pet can see food and it is within easy reach it will probably get eaten.  Also, you should get in the habit of measuring the portions you give to your pet at feeding time.  Too often the amount of food served up depends on who in the family is doing the feeding on a particular day and how big the bowl happens to be at the time. Measuring the portions maintains an important consistency in your pet's diet.