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Soft-hearted pet lovers fall for the nuzzling, cuddling softness of fur very easily. The gentle whining and cooing can melt a pet lover’s heart faster than anything in the world. Pets are always there for you, always ready and willing to love you when no-one else seems to care. While you may be driven to pick up every stray you see in the neighborhood, you should consider the consequences for your family and pets first.

Although it has been known that pets do run away, many stray animals are abandoned by their owners. They may have been neglected and abused and could have an unexpected rage inside of them. Strays may also be carrying diseases that can spread to any pets you have in your home. Without some knowledge of where they come from, you may be putting yourself and your loved ones at risk. For those reasons, you really should not bring a stray animal into your home, as much as it may break your heart.

Strays that have been living on the street may have encountered rabid raccoons or other wild animals. Rabies is a virus that is transmitted by animal bites. It can be fatal in animals as well as in humans if not treated early. Even if they appear docile at first, as the infection grows, their mood can change. If the stray has been bitten and left untreated, they can very likely bite a member of your family. If that is the case, you or your small children will need to endure a series of long and painful injections to combat the disease.

What to Do if You See A Stray Animal

If you feel compelled to help, there are other ways to help a stray animal without endangering yourself or your family. If the stray has a collar and tag, you may be able to contact the owners yourself and arrange for them to collect their pet. Shelters and doctors can help you check for a microchip, inserted under the animal’s skin, and although they may charge a fee, will keep the animal in their kennels until the owners are found.

If the stray is hanging around your neighborhood, it may just be lost. Take a photo of the animal and print some flyers to put up around town in shop windows and noticeboards. Describe the size, breed and color of the animal and put a contact number on the flyer as well.

If all else fails, you may have to call animal control. This may be the safest route for you the animal and the people in the neighborhood. No matter how innocent we know that pets are, they can become agitated if they are sick or have been abused. This may be the best option for everyone involved.

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