Pet Persuasive Speech

A. There are some common illnesses that can be detrimental if acquired by your pet.

Establish Credibility: I currently have a dog, 2 guinea pigs, and 8 birds that we have adopted. I also volunteer for Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society whenever I can.

Last year I adopted a rescue dog. She is a Labrador retriever mix that was a day away from being euthanized at a Texas Animal Shelter that wasn’t a no kill shelter. Her and her brothers were abandoned near birth. A lady, who was active in the rescue community, cut her vacation short and traveled to Texas to retrieve the litter. She brought them back to Nebraska where I was lucky enough to bring Daisy into my life. Though Daisy has eaten six memory foam pillows, four remote controls, the linoleum in the kitchen and parts of the carpet, I wouldn’t trade her for anything. I am honored to be able to provide her with a good home and love. As discussed in the Civic Engagement video, we don’t just get a free ride in our society and we have a responsibility to give back in some way (2015). Caring for a pet not only promotes a better world to live in but it teaches responsibility and compassion which can carry over into other aspects of one’s life. Responsibility will assist in citizens being accountable for their actions, give a sense of duty, and help one remain just when being placed in a position of power. Compassion will allow for our citizens to be concerned with sufferings or misfortunes of others. As you can see, the simple caring for a pet has the ability to promote a moral society as well as make the world a better place to live in. I took this opportunity to add an

1. Almost all of the animals will eventually be killed at the animal shelter. It is wasteful of life to breed animals for the vet school when there is an ample supply of animals that will be euthanized anyway.

The facility has not had to euthanize a healthy dog due to lack of space for several years. Programs have been developed such as the “special needs fund,” which allows for expensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and adoption for many dogs who may not of had that opportunity in previous years. However, cats provide additional challenges due to overpopulation issues. Last year approximately 800 treatable-rehabilitable/manageable cats had to be euthanized. However, programs such as the trap/neuter/release program, foster care in private homes, PetSmart and veterinary clinic housing/adoptions, and free cat adoption incentives greatly reduced the overwhelming difficulties with housing/adopting cats (Nebraska Humane Society, 2014).

Why pay hundreds on buying a dog, then spending a little to adopt one? Thousands of dogs die from puppy mills die each year, while they suffer through the harsh environment that puppy mills give. At the same time, others are waiting to become a new member of the family by adoption. Three main reasons why you should adopt dogs are, you can give them a second chance, stop puppy mills, and you can start the dog out healthy.

Well, luckily, there are shelters in different places that help animals that aren’t able to take care of themselves. Did you know that every year 3.3 million dogs and 3.2 million cats enter animal shelters in U.S.? If you think that figure was huge, now imagine around 1.5 million of them are being euthanized every year because the shelter doesn’t have enough money or volunteers (ASPCA) to take care of them. However, this number can be significantly reduced if we start to make a change. With my speech, I would like to persuade you to from now on look for pets in a shelter instead of a pet store. In order to do this, I will provide information about the differences between shelters and pet stores, reasons to adopt a pet, and how to do it.

II. Many people would be interested in a low maintenance pet that is softer than a turtle and more affectionate than a goldfish.

B. Give a dog a home and reap the benefits, take a moment and enjoy the sounds of nature.

Living in a family with a dog, I can tell we’re not adopting him just because of interest. I love my dog. We adopted him when I was a kid and treat him as one of our family members. I believe he helps me be the person who can express my love to my parents better and live healthier.

Many people buy the pets they want, but there are rarely any human beings that actually adopt. Let me ask you a simple question. Do you usually buy your pets from a breeder, or do you actually go out and search for the one to adopt? Many of you will say buy from a breeder, but that’s okay. Let me just list my facts and you think them over. Maybe I can get your opinion to change.

According to the Human Society’s website, there are over 2.7 million adoptable cats and dogs that are euthanized each year.

Attention Catcher: I’m sure that most of you have either had or one day will have a pet, but where did you or where do you plan on getting one? A pet store, breeder, or a shelter? Everyone probably have heard of the phrase, “Adopt, Don’t Shop” but what exactly does it mean?

For centuries, humankind has enjoyed the unconditional love and companionship of pets. Inclusively, dogs have been stated as “man’s best friends.” By far, pets have become a bigger role in people’s lives. Consequently, pet ownership has turned out to be more popular through the years. Owning a pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but there is a fact that many individuals may not know. From what kind of places are people obtaining their pets? The two most presumed options are narrowed down to either buying at a pet store or adopting from a shelter. Even though people can get a pet from either option, there are many reasons why adopting is undoubtedly a smarter choice. Animal shelters serve for a bigger purpose, and that is to help the community and its animals. Prospective pet owners should choose pet adoption because of its health, economic, and life benefits.

Kids learn how to be more understanding, patient and responsible in their actions when they grow up with a pet.