| We love
our pets. We would do almost anything to keep our pets happy, healthy,
and safe. Some people might accuse us of spoiling our cats, of pampering
our pooches.
To those without pets, I can only say it's a pet-owner's
thing... you just wouldn't understand.
But not all animals are as lucky as ours. There are
humane shelters filled with animals that don't have good homes. Old, sick,
or simply unwanted animals are turned away from homes of people either
unable or unwilling to provide care.
Though the odds are against many of these animals,
there is hope... hope in the form of organizations who are trying to make
a difference in the quality of life of our pets. There are rescue shelters
dedicated to taking in stray animals and caring for them, trying to place
these animals with loving families. There are individuals, who, with no
thought of award or recognition, work tirelessly to provide aid and relief
to animals that are less fortunate.
That's when the director of animation for CATDVD,
Jeff Shelato, had a great idea. Why not, while making a product to enrich
the lives of our loved pets, we could also do something to honor those
working to help our animal friends in need?
And that is how the CATDVD Cares Program was born.
It is a simple idea, really... giving a small portion
of each sale of CATDVD to a charity, organization, or individual whose
service & efforts are intended to benefit the well-being of pets in
crisis or need.
The CATDVD CARES program is our way of trying to recognize those generous people who are making a positive difference in our furry friends lives. The CATDVD CARES Award program is dedicated to recognizing these indivisuals for their efforts and thanking them.
 So-
to those of you who have made a purchase of CATDVD, you have already helped,
at least a little, in aiding pets who will rally benefit from your efforts. If you
want to do more, consider a donation or volunteering with a shelter or
rescue center in your neighborhood. Please, do not end any donations to us or through us; instead, for direct donations, please contact your local charities or shelters directly.
Soon, you will be able to read about the first recipient
of the CATDVD Cares Award in this space. And if you know of any organizations
who might be a good candidate for a future CATDVD Cares, Award, please
take the time to drop us a line. 
We know that these efforts that we are making
can only do so much, but every little bit adds up. Perhaps, thanks to your support, we can help make a difference. |
