Pet adoption: a lifelong gift

Local experts urge families to consider all factors when giving animals as a present

  • Lampasas Animal Shelter Director Casey Schwartzer walks Poppy, a terrier mix available for adoption at the shelter. “She wants to find her people,” Schwartzer said. Adoptable animals seek their forever homes, not a temporary stay. alexandria randolph | dispatch record
    Lampasas Animal Shelter Director Casey Schwartzer walks Poppy, a terrier mix available for adoption at the shelter. “She wants to find her people,” Schwartzer said. Adoptable animals seek their forever homes, not a temporary stay. alexandria randolph | dispatch record
    Christmas is a time of gift giving, and for some, that will include a new furry pet. But before surprising children or grandchildren with a puppy on Christmas morning, families should weigh the logistics necessary for responsible pet adoption. It’s important to consider daily costs, such as food, and veterinary expenses. Casey Schwartzer, supervisor for the Lampasas Animal...

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