It is that time of year again. In Quebec July 1st is moving day. Approximately 120 air max 97 nere scontate ,000 families change homes on this day each year. This trend is more of a tradition than law. Over 36 years ago moving date was April 30th and then they realized that it disrupted children’s school schedule so the date was changed to July 1st. In many ways having this sort of unwritten moving date law helps landlords to plan and also tenants with their choice of apartments.
The downside however is felt by pets. Apparently 50% of pet abandonment cases occur during the moving period. The reason for abandonment is usually because the new landlord does not accept pets and the family does not take responsibility to find a new home for the pet.
When pets are left behind it causes a series of problems:
– When left behind pets will get scared and thus are susceptible to do unpredictable things and can become a danger to humans and other animals
– When stranded pets can catch diseases and become unsafe to humans and other animals
– The volume of abandoned pets creates a burden on organizations such as the SPCA, Berger Blanc, etc. who often have to resort to euthanasia


Who is responsible?
Pets are the responsibility of pet owners. When you decide to get a pet you make a commitment to take care of it. If you are unable to make this commitment, don’t get a pet. When you get a pet you have to force yourself to think of a plan B. That is, you need commit to having a plan if for some reason you are no longer capable or no longer willing to take care of your pet. Ultimately, it is your responsibility as a pet owner to make the proper arrangements so that your pet finds a new home and gets proper care.
If the new landlord refuses pets it is the pet owner’s responsibility to find the pet a new home. To find a new home, the pet owner can start by asking friends and family and at the same time post ads on the internet and the classified ads section of the local paper. Today it is cheap and easy to advertise.
Did you know that pet abandonment is considered a criminal act?


Before getting a pet, take a look at some of the top reasons why people abandon their pets. See if you are susceptible to any one of these reasons:


Dogs
Moving
Landlord issues
Cost of pet maintenance
No time for pet
Inadequate facilities
Too many pets in home
Pet illness (es)
Personal problems
Biting
No homes for littermates


Cats
Too many in house
Allergies
Moving
Cost of pet maintenance
Landlord issues
No homes for littermates
House soiling
Personal problems
Inadequate facilities
Doesn’t get along with other pets