Behavior and Training
The Anti-Cruelty Society recognizes that one of the most common reasons that pets are relinquished to animal shelters is behavior problems. ACS is also committed to helping the public develop and maintain healthy and loving relationships with their pets. The Department of Animal Behavior and Training offers two resources to help reach this end: a behavior hotline and dog training classes.
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Top 10 Reasons Pets Are Relinquished to Animal Shelters | |
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Dogs
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Cats
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| 1. Moving | 1. Moving |
| 2. Landlord does not allow pets | 2. Landlord does not allow pets |
| 3. Too many pets in household | 3. Too many pets in household |
| 4. Cost of pet care | 4. Cost of pet care |
| 5. Owner having personal problems | 5. Owner having personal problems |
| 6. Inadequate facilities | 6. Inadequate facilities |
| 7. Can't find homes for litter | 7. Can't find homes for litter |
| 8. No time for pet | 8. Allergies in family |
| 9. Pet illness | 9. House-soiling |
| 10. Biting | 10. Incompatible with other pets |