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Hi, My name is Doug Spencer and I feel the ASPCAis an important organization. They've been serving my community as well as yours for well over 100 years. This is because of one mans dedication to get his point across when faced with a problem. Today I'll explain the name behind this organization and responsibilities taken place to live behind what one man thought was a good cause.

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Born in 1813, Henry Bergh was a man concerned about the lack of compassion in animals. When he was touring Europe, thats when he seen cruel acts towards animals. Bergh was curious to sse what he could do to help these harmless creatures. After all, he visited the president of Englands Royal Society in America. When he went to New York in 1866, Bergh encouraged a group of attendants that there are cruel humankind that dont car about animals feelings. He stated that "animals are entitled to kind a respectful treatment in the hands of humans." In a matter of months, the New York State legislature passed an anticruelty law which encoraged Henry to successfully develop what is the first humane society in North America. The first building was structured in 1866 in New York which where the mainheadquarters rest.

Back to the first days of the ASPCA, as many as 300 dogs were rounded up and taken into the shelter. The society has expanded from the New York headquarter to nationwide. Several programs ranging from the New York region to natiionwide serves a main purpose of making sure non-profited funds are put in place to fully rehabilitate harmless creatures.

Now you may be asking, Is that all the organization does? Youre right if you answered no. They also have the jurisdiction to arrest an animal abuser to help people with their out of control animals.

There's reported 5,000 case recorded every year resulting in more than 300 arrest due to harse abuse to animals. The ASPCA offers counseling services for those who have lost a long loved pet. Pet owners who cant cope with their deceased pets might want to contact a local office to set up an appointment to seek help, if needed. The organization also is there for out help with out of control pets. There is dog trainers and services they offer for you and your loved one to be happy. If there is financial needs for vet bills(dealing with shots or any of the basic needs of means of survival) the society is there also. If there is a need for financial assistance, make sure you get on the lines with a representative so you can be taken care of.

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Every year the ASPCA tries to get better at showing people that they care. There is history behind what has been set from Henry Bergh himself. When he said there is a need for animals to have 100% kindness and respectful treatment, there has been complete loyalty taken day-to day from employees. If you are interested in more info about the society, visit www.ASPCA.com. Get involved by volunteering or donating some of your time at a local humane society. Thank you for your time and keep in mind, The American Society for the Prevwention of Cruelty to Animals is one of the largest humane organizations that not only look out for the pets, but the people who interact with the animal.