Early in the COVID-19 pandemic there was pet abandonment in large numbers in China, and fearful that the same would happen locally, many animal rescue organizations in the US set out to empty their shelters. Subsequently, there was an unprecedented upsurge in adoptions and fostering - Monticello has joined the efforts here as two of our teammates have adopted dogs from local NY animal shelters! Meet Penny and Ness, our furriest and sweetest new family members – congratulations Megan and Andrew on your animal adoption!
While adoption is selfless act for the well-being of the animals in need, we can all agree that the benefits of animal fostering and adoption go two ways. Aside from the stress-mitigating impacts of caring for a pet, it is often a powerful influencer in maintaining health-protective behaviors, such as eating well or going out for more walks. Great work team Monticello!
Ness relaxing in the sun