January brings Change a Pet's Life Day. This day shows ways we help pets. In San Diego, the Humane Society works at capacity. The shelter takes in many animals—dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs—and each term links closely: capacity demands care, and care calls for fast decisions.
Dr. Gary Weitzman, president and CEO, explains the scene. He notes the shelter feels full in January. Typically, intake spikes in the summer. This early surge joins a call to help.
The Importance of Adoption and Fostering
With the shelter full, Dr. Weitzman stresses adoption. Each word here connects: adoption gives pets homes and helps adopters feel joy. His dogs, always near, bring comfort during tough days. “Having an animal with you is a really great way to get through it,” he tells us. In his view, pet and owner join in a close bond.
The Society also values fostering. Fostering ties a short-term care to long-term care. It lets people test life with a pet. A walk today, a home for a time tomorrow—both forms help manage shelter needs. This plan keeps the decision simple and the link between helper and pet tight.
Community Support and Resources
The Society gives support to pet owners. Its website, sdhumane.org, lists food, medical care, and tips for behavior. These supports keep families together. Close links between owner and pet mean fewer good pets are lost.
Dr. Weitzman is proud—last year nearly 30,000 pets found homes. Yet he feels a bittersweet bond wishing more owners kept their pets. The Society joins families with solutions that link care with home placement when needed.
Taking the First Step
For those unsure of a full adoption, Dr. Weitzman asks: try fostering first. This trial keeps the pet and owner close and tests the bond. If adoption later seems wrong, returning the pet makes room for a better fit. Experience from trial steps enriches future choices. In this way, training and behavioral support help forge strong owner-pet links.
Join the Movement
On Change a Pet's Life Day, the Society calls the community to act. Explore adopting or fostering a pet. Every pet needs a loving home. With the shelter full, now is a time linking help to hope. Whether a temporary home or a full family link, your support matters deeply.
Together we bring close care and change to the lives of pets in San Diego.
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