San Jose Animal Advocates
San Jose Shelter Animals Need Our Help!
If everyone who was looking for a new pet started their search at their local animal shelter, we would not be facing the problem we are today.
It is estimated that each year about 1 million companion animals enter shelters throughout the state of California and HALF of these animals are euthanized. This astonishing statistic is due to:
Companion animals end up at a shelter due to no fault of their own, but rather they are victims of circumstances. We feel it is our obligation to help promote these wonderful pets who don't have a voice of their own.
It is estimated that each year about 1 million companion animals enter shelters throughout the state of California and HALF of these animals are euthanized. This astonishing statistic is due to:
- People abandoning their pets because of the mortgage and unemployment crisis
- Accidental litters from unaltered pets
- Over-breeding of dogs and cats, and other companion animals
- Stray dogs and cats reproducing
Companion animals end up at a shelter due to no fault of their own, but rather they are victims of circumstances. We feel it is our obligation to help promote these wonderful pets who don't have a voice of their own.
Who Are San Jose Animal Advocates?
Founded by animal-loving neighbors in San Jose, California, we promote San Jose shelter animals while raising awareness about how the community can help with the homeless pet population. Through this website, our blog, our Facebook page and community events, we are committed to helping the homeless pets in our community.
Join Our Network of Compassionate Animal Lovers
Help us promote local shelter pets and spread the word about how everyone can help end the killing of animals in our community! If you would like to help us with our mission, please fill out our short volunteer application. There are many areas where we could use your help!
Below are important steps everyone in the community can take:
Below are important steps everyone in the community can take:
Why Is San Jose Special?
Not only does San Jose have many animal welfare organizations serving our area, but our community is diverse, educated and driven. As the capital of the Silicon Valley, we are hoping that the unique combination of resources and passion can make San Jose a model of animal welfare awareness. We are not there yet: too many homeless animals are still being needlessly euthanized in our community. With the community's awareness and support, we can change this!
